Nursery Manager

Please note as a result of the current Coronavirus (COV-19), some interviews are still going ahead but remotely via TEAMS or SKYPE.

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join our Nursery at Cuddington Community Primary School.

Work week: 36 hrs, Monday – Friday. Working start times and finish times will be flexible to include wrap around care. The working pattern will be made in agreement with the Head of School.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate individual who can bring outstanding childcare skills and innovation to our nursery. The successful candidate will be leading a busy school based nursery class and building effective working relationships at every level.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least two years experience of leading a nursery and managing nursery assistants.
• Early Years Childcare Qualifications (Level 4/5 or above).
• Firm knowledge of Ofsted standards and requirements.
• Secure knowledge and understanding of the latest Early Years Framework and regulations.
• A good understanding of creating a rich, play-based curriculum to stimulate children.
• The ability to to multi-task and establish good rapport with staff, families and external agencies.

You will be responsible for providing high quality and flexible childcare for families. Oversee the operation of the nursery to the highest standards, ensuring that the best possible education, learning environment and care are provided for young children. Essentially you will have proven line management experience in a similar setting together with effective communication skills and an excellent understanding of EYFS.

At Cuddington, our aim is to ensure that every child is given the opportunity to learn through purposeful play, in a safe and stimulating setting. We take great care to provide a wealth of opportunities, both indoors and outdoors, for children to explore and investigate the world around them.

The Howard Partnership Trust offer:

• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and developing organisation.
• An excellent benefit package to include: Cycle to Work, eye care vouchers, Sainsbury’s Loyalty Discount and access to discount schemes.
• Fantastic Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions.
• Rewards and Benefits Scheme that includes Loyalty and Service Awards.

For more information on Cuddington Community Primary School and working within The Howard Partnership Trust and what we can offer please check our school website https://www.cuddington.thpt.org.uk 

If you have any questions about the job role or the application process, then please contact Amali Dissanayake, Recruitment Assistant on  Amali.Dissanayake@thpt.org.uk  

Interviews may happen earlier than the closing date by mutual agreement, early applications are encouraged.

Applications will be forwarded to the Head of School and interviews may happen before the deadline, early applications are encouraged.

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.