Banana Moon Harlow is on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our outstanding team. As the Nursery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality care and education for young children. You will be responsible for the overall management of the nursery, leading the team by example, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, will liaise with the Directors and work closely with your management team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and nursery policies.
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to enhance children’s learning and development.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, building strong relationships to support children’s individual needs.
• Ensure robust safeguarding practices are in place to protect children’s welfare.
• Promote an engaging, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages children to explore and discover.

We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated, organized, and possesses strong leadership qualities. If you are passionate about early years education and are excited about inspiring a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in a nursery setting, with a strong emphasis on leadership and management.
• A solid understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Current DBS check and First Aid certification.
• A passion for early years education and child development.

• Manage the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and nursery policies.
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to enhance children’s learning and development.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, building strong relationships to support children’s individual needs.
• Ensure robust safeguarding practices are in place to protect children’s welfare.
• Promote an engaging, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages children to explore and discover