Job Introduction
Miss Polly’s, The Hurst Nursery (Employed by Hampshire County Council).
Role- Nursery Manager 37 hours per week 52 weeks per year (negotiable for the right candidate)
A minimum of 5 years Nursery experience and a Level 3 childcare qualification is essential for this role. Level 4 childcare qualification or above is desirable, however further training would be offered for the right candidate. One year’s Nursery management experience is required for this position. (e.g., Deputy Nursery Manager or Room Leader). Proven experience of managing staff, excellent knowledge of child development and early years foundation stage is essential for this role.
We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership skills who will build on the great foundation already in place and drive the Nursery forward. Candidates must have great communication skills, reliability and able to work using their own initiative, further personal specifications can be found in the job description.
Miss Polly’s is a thriving 47 place Nursery for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We have 2 rooms, a baby room and a preschool room as well as a large garden. The Nursery manager would be responsible for 19 members of part and full-time staff, supported in their role by 3 room coordinators. The Nursery is based in the grounds of The Hurst Secondary School which it has strong links with. The Nursery Manager works alongside and receive support from the Headteacher, Business Manager, Communications Manager, and a team of site staff from the school.
Employees of The Hurst Nursery benefit from free on-site parking, discounted childcare, and on-site gym. We also offer a pension scheme, sick pay, and generous annual leave.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will have to complete a DBS check.
Closing date for applications is 29th November 2024
Candidates are welcome to book a tour of the Nursery prior to interview.
For a full job description and application form please visit our website:
https://www.thehurst.school/
Completed applications should be sent to:
adminoffice@hurst.hants.sch.uk
We reserve the right to appoint before the date advertised if necessary.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
