Nursery Manager
28 days ago
Edenbridge
Nursery Manager / Nursery Assistant – Edenbridge Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Competitive Salary | Supportive Team Are you passionate about early years education and creating a nurturing, safe, and inspiring environment for children?This small and welcoming nursery in Edenbridge is looking to welcome either a Nursery Manager or a Nursery Assistant to the friendly team. We pride ourselves on being a warm, community-focused setting, and we’re searching for someone dedicated, confident, and enthusiastic about providing the very best start in life for young children. What We’re Looking For • Must hold Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Qualification, • Must be happy to work full time, Monday to Friday, • A positive, supportive attitude and willingness to help create a fun, safe environment, • DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one), • Lead and support the nursery team to ensure a high standard of care and education, • Oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring policies and safeguarding procedures are always followed, • Create and maintain a positive, nurturing atmosphere for children, parents, and staff, • Complete staff rotas, maintain records, and ensure compliance with EYFS standards, • Build strong relationships with families and communicate effectively with parents, • Support children’s learning and development through engaging activities and play, • Monitor health & safety, conduct risk assessments, and maintain a safe environment, • Oversee planning, observations, and children’s progress tracking, • Support the room leader and wider nursery team to deliver high-quality care, • Engage with children through fun, stimulating activities that support learning and development, • Maintain a safe, clean, and caring environment at all times, • Assist with daily routines including meals, nappy changes, and outdoor play, • Build positive relationships with children and their families, • Follow EYFS guidance and contribute to observations and planning, • Friendly, supportive team that makes coming to work enjoyable, • A small, home-from-home nursery where everyone is valued, • Opportunities to grow and develop professionally