Nurtured Childcare
Area Manager
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Area Manager - Yorkshire (Sheffield) - Award Winning Nursery Group
Salary: up to £45k +7.5% bonus opportunity + car allowance
Join a team where kindness meets leadership!
Are you a passionate leader with a knack for nurturing outstanding childcare? We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Area Manager to oversee and inspire within our Yorkshire-based childcare network.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Lead and manage a team, providing guidance and support to achieve performance targets.
- Utilise Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation purposes.
- Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and leadership.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a valid driving licence for travel as needed.
- Monitor and evaluate team performance, implementing improvements as necessary.
What You’ll Bring:
- Passion for Early Years: Advocating for all children, with empathic understanding around various needs.
- Financial Savvy: Confident with budgets, profit & loss reports, and financial planning or the desire to learn.
- Tech Know-How: Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of Ofsted legislation, safeguarding, health & safety, GDPR, EHO, and quality compliance.
- Customer-Centric Mindset: Delivering exceptional service to families and the community.
- Leadership with Heart: Strong people management skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to inspire teams with kindness.
- A driver’s licence & access to your own method of transport – regular travel will be a requirement for the role, covering Wakefield, Huddersfield, Sheffield & Rotherham
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Your Qualifications & Experience:
- Preferred Graduate childcare related Degree, however if you hold a foundation degree or L3, we will consider this for the right person!
- A Minimum two year’s nursery leadership experience
- A proven track record in managing Ofsted inspections, achieving Good or Outstanding ratings.
- Passion for sustainability and outcomes for children.
- Organisation and compliance are second nature to you.
- An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role
- Experience of M&A integrations
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What We Offer:
- Autonomy: The freedom to make a difference while shaping the future of childcare.
- 1 day at home, 4 days travel OR spread your hours over 4 long days and do 1 day at home and 3 days travel
- A team that truly cares about people including your colleagues, families, and children alike.
- The chance to lead with purpose and drive positive change.
- Benefits include ‘one free childcare place’ & a fantastic culture, that encourages, kindness, inclusivity & support
- EAP
- Bonus scheme of up to 7.5%
If you’re ready to combine leadership with compassion and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now to join a forward-thinking, award winning, nurturing childcare organisation that’s rooted in excellence.
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