Early Years Manager - Nursery level 6

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Early Years / Early Years Manager to join a well-established childcare provider with multiple nurseries supporting early years education from birth to school age. As a Head of Early Years / Early Years Manager, you will provide educational and operational leadership alongside the Nursery Manager, ensuring exceptional standards of care, learning and safeguarding are maintained across the setting. This full-time role offers a salary range of £39,250 - £45,850 and benefits. You will be responsible for ? Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operation of the nursery. ? Lead high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework and regulatory requirements. ? Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a strong safeguarding culture and managing safeguarding concerns. ? Maintain child protection records and liaise with external agencies as required. ? Monitor childrens progress and ensure high standards of teaching, learning and assessment. ? Lead curriculum development to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. ? Act as SENCO, promoting inclusive practice and working with families and external professionals. ? Build positive partnerships with parents to support childrens learning and development. ? Support staff recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development. What we are looking for:P ? Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager, Head of Nursery, Head of Early Years Practice or in a similar role. ? Previous leadership experience of 2 years within an early years setting. ? Early Years qualification at Level 6, Level 7 or above. ? Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding legislation and regulatory requirements. ? Experience of leading high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development. ? Ability to build positive working relationsh