Assistant Manager

Grandir UK Limited; Winchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Winchester is seeking an Assistant Nursery Manager to lead the nursery effectively. The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in managing a nursery. Responsibilities include promoting high standards, handling administrative tasks, ensuring compliance, and fostering positive relationships with parents. A competitive benefits package is offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Cash bonus for referrals

Remote GP appointments

Access to employee benefits portal

Additional annual leave over Christmas

Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a nursery environment.
• Ability to provide professional leadership.
• Background in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Ensure children receive stimulating experiences.
• Handle all administrative duties.
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with staff training requirements.
• Agree and deliver occupancy targets.
• Recruit and train nursery staff.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Administrative skills

First aid

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Job description

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Our Kingsmead Day Nursery in Winchester, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a reliable Assistant Nursery ManagerwithLevel 3or above in Early Yearsto provide professional leadership and ensure that the nursery runs effectively each day.

Join us and enjoy a host of attractive benefits including:

• Recommend friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 33 days annual leave inc bank hol(FTE)- Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received 'Great Place To Work' certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What will you be doing:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Responsible for all administrative duties associated with the nursery, such as maintaining children’s records, ordering equipment, maintaining inventories, and keeping personnel records
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations.
• Be responsible for ensuring the nursery remains compliant in respect of suitably trained staff with relevant first aid qualifications
• Agree and deliver occupancy targets
• Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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