Nursery Manager
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Job Summary
Lead a legacy of excellence in the heart of Bradford.
Are you an inspirational leader with a passion for high-quality Early Years education We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nursery Manager to take the helm of a well-established private day nursery in Bradford.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a setting that is already a cornerstone of the local community. We arent just looking for an administrator; we are looking for a visionary who can maintain our high standards while driving continuous improvement and fostering a nurturing environment for both children and staff.
The Role: Leading with Purpose
As Nursery Manager you will have full operational responsibility for the setting including:
Strategic Leadership: Driving the educational vision and ensuring the highest standards of EYFS delivery.
Team Development: Mentoring and inspiring a settled team of practitioners to reach their full potential.
Compliance & Safety: Serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and ensuring total OFSTED readiness.
Business Growth: Managing occupancy levels budgets and building strong lasting relationships with parents and the local community.
Operational Excellence: Overseeing the day-to-day smooth running of the nursery from health and safety to resource management.
Requirements
Requirements: The Perfect Fit
Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare (Level 5 or a Degree in Early Years/Management is highly desirable).
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a Senior Management or Nursery Manager role within a PVI setting.
Track Record: A proven history of achieving Good or Outstanding OFSTED outcomes.
Skills: Exceptional communication a deep understanding of the current EYFS framework and strong financial acumen.
Vision: A genuine "children-first" philosophy coupled with the professional drive to run a successful business.
Benefits
Benefits: Why Join This Setting
Stability: Lead a well-established nursery with a loyal parent base and a settled experienced team.
Autonomy: The freedom to implement your ideas and truly "own" the direction of the setting.
Financial Reward: A highly competitive salary package.
Professional Growth: Access to ongoing leadership training and career development opportunities.
Support: Direct support from an engaged and professional ownership team.
Required Skills:
Skills: Strong knowledge of the EYFS and a proactive can-do attitude. Experience: Recent PVI nursery experience (school-only experience is not suitable). Availability: Full time position Ethics: A passion for inclusive practice and high standards of cleanliness.
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