Nursery Manager

Job Title: Nursery Manager
Location: Wakefield
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for your next opportunity in Wakefield?

Do you have strong leadership skills and a passion for providing outstanding Early Years care and education?

Are you confident leading a nursery team while maintaining high standards across safeguarding, the EYFS and day-to-day operations?

TeacherActive is working with a private day nursery in Wakefield that is looking to appoint an experienced Nursery Manager for an immediate start.

The successful Nursery Manager will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the setting, leading and supporting the nursery team while ensuring children receive a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment in which they can thrive.

The successful Nursery Manager will have:

• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager or similar senior Early Years role
• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years as a minimum
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
• Experience leading, motivating and developing a nursery team
• Confidence maintaining high standards across the setting
• Excellent communication skills when working with staff, children and parents
• A genuine passion for Early Years education and child development

The Nursery Manager will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Leading, supporting and developing the Early Years team
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are consistently followed
• Maintaining high standards of care, learning and development
• Supporting staff with planning and delivery of the EYFS
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and carers
• Ensuring the nursery provides a welcoming, safe and engaging environment

If you are an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an immediate opportunity within a private day nursery in Wakefield, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Georgia Foster:
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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.