Exciting Opportunity: Nursery Area Manager - Join Our Growing Team in Norwich!

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Nursery Area Manager to become a key part of our dynamic team in the vibrant Norwich area. If you’re passionate about early childhood education and ready to take on a role that offers exceptional opportunities for growth and personal progression, this could be the perfect fit for you.

What We Offer:

• Industry-Leading Salary : We offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and dedication.
• Generous Car Allowance : To ensure you have the flexibility to travel and manage your nurseries effectively.
• Bonus Scheme : An attractive bonus structure to reward your hard work and success.
• Reward & Progression: Exciting opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.
• Comprehensive Induction Programme : A tailored induction to set you up for success from day one.
• Excellent Company Benefits : Including a wide range of perks to support your health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Nursery Area Manager, your role will be crucial in supporting and guiding our nurseries to achieve excellence. You’ll be responsible for fostering positive relationships, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the nurseries in your area. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Nurseries: Help nurseries maintain and exceed high standards of care, education, and safety.
• Manager Support: Provide ongoing guidance and support to nursery managers, fostering their professional development.
• Leading by Example: Role model best practices to inspire and motivate staff.
• Performance Management: Oversee the performance of nursery managers, offering constructive feedback to help them excel.
• Compliance: Ensure all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements are followed.
• Building Relationships: Develop and maintain positive, open relationships with nursery teams and local stakeholders.
• Target Setting: Agree on clear targets and objectives with nursery managers and review progress regularly.
• Recruitment: Lead the recruitment process, ensuring the development of strong, cohesive teams.
• Health & Safety Management: Oversee the health and safety of the nurseries to ensure a safe environment for children and staff.
• Funding & Legislation: Understand and implement Local Authority funding models and liaise with councils regarding processes and systems.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver training to support managers and teams in their professional growth.
• Equality & Inclusion: Promote and monitor equality and inclusion across all nurseries.
• Quality Assurance: Lead nurseries through self-evaluation and quality assurance processes, ensuring they meet national priorities.

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and ready to take on a rewarding role that offers both challenge and growth, we want to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £55,000.00 per year

Work Location: On the road