Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery St Albans
Nursery Manager
St Albans
£50k/yr
Posted 2 days ago
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Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
Job Summary
Are you an experienced and inspiring Nursery Manager ready to lead a high-performing large-scale setting?
We are seeking a hands-on, strategic leader to take ownership of a new nursery opening in Autumn 2026, build your own team, and help establish a high-quality, nurturing environment for children and families in the local community.
Salary & Work Arrangement
- Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
- Lead, inspire, and motivate a large multi-room team to deliver exceptional excellence in every area.
- Foster a positive, collaborative culture that prioritises wellbeing and encourages continuous improvement.
- Coach and mentor Deputy Managers, Room Leaders, and key staff to help them grow into confident leaders.
- Champion inclusion and diversity within the nursery community.
Quality & Curriculum
- Ensure the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum is effectively embedded across all age groups, promoting inspiring learning environments.
- Maintain a consistent focus on safeguarding, health & safety, and children’s wellbeing.
Compliance & Standards
- Maintain regulatory compliance at all times, ensuring the nursery is inspection-ready for Ofsted and local authority visits.
- Implement and monitor policies, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures—ensuring the team understands and follows them.
- Lead incident reporting, audits, and action plans to uphold high operational standards.
People Management
- Recruit, induct, and retain highly talented team members, managing staffing levels for a large-scale nursery.
- Conduct appraisals, supervisions, and one-to-ones to drive professional growth and team engagement.
- Identify training needs and implement development plans to build a pipeline of future leaders.
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Parent & Community Partnerships
- Act as the main point of contact for parents, promoting open communication and trust.
- Host parent information sessions, open days, and events to build a strong community presence.
- Work in partnership with external agencies, schools, and local groups to support children’s learning and transitions.
Business & Financial Management
- Effectively manage the nursery budget, including forecasting occupancy, monitoring income/expenditure, and controlling costs.
- Analyse occupancy trends to maximise capacity across all rooms, ensuring strong financial performance.
- Collaborate with Directors on marketing and business development to keep the nursery competitive and thriving.
- Ensure the nursery achieves or exceeds KPIs in occupancy, quality, and parent satisfaction.
Innovation & Growth
- Champion environmental and sustainability initiatives within the nursery.
- Lead continuous improvement projects, drawing on staff feedback, inspection recommendations, and parent surveys.
- Explore new enrichment activities and curriculum enhancements to position the nursery as a market leader in its area.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5+ preferred)
- Designated Safeguarding Lead training with a strong safeguarding knowledge
- Safer Recruitment training and proven experience in managing large teams
- Minimum 2+ years in a Deputy or Manager role in a busy nursery/preschool (经验来自60+名幼儿的设施)
- Strong track record of achieving ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted results
- Financially astute, experienced in budget management and occupancy planning
- Exceptional communication, organisation, and IT skills
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Core Traits
- A natural leader with a passion for creating a happy, high-performing team culture
Benefits
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| On-site parking | Available for nursery staff |
| Length of service | Recognition with Monkey Puzzle vouchers |
| Competitive salaries | Market-aligned pay structure |
| Refer a friend scheme | Rewards for bringing new talent |
| Social events | Opportunities to connect with the team, including a Christmas party |
Safeguarding Statement
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries is committed to keeping children safe. For roles involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults:
- Criminal record checks are mandatory.
- Roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
- Applicants, if successful, will undergo Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.
- Candidates must declare all unspent convictions. Spent convictions under the 2013 & 2020 Exceptions Order may not require disclosure.
Location
On-site (in-person required)
Entry Requirements
- Work Authorisation: Must have the right to work in the United Kingdom
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Skills
Leadership
Safeguarding
Team Management
Curriculum Development
Compliance
Financial Management
Communication
Organizational Skills
Coaching
Mentoring
Community Engagement
Problem Solving
Innovation
Sustainability
Recruitment
Training