Nursery Manager
Do you have what it takes to lead an exceptional, growing nursery? Are you passionate about early years and have the knowledge and skills to support an inspirational team?
The small, dedicated staff team at Beach Buddies Childcare, Ilfracombe are committed to helping each child thrive, we provide exciting activities and child led opportunities that nurture children's curiosity and spark a love for learning.
Main Areas of Responsibility include:
- To work in conjunction with the Management team to ensure that all children receive the highest possible standard of care and professional practice within the nursery.
- To oversee and ensure that all procedures impact the smooth running of the nursery.
- To promote and maintain the excellent reputation of Beach Buddies.
- Complete Risk assessments and Health and safety checklists daily and monthly.
- To follow safer recruitment processes and maintain and exceed the welfare requirements .
- To be the named Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Requirements;
- 35-40 hours per week
- 4-5 days per week
- 2 years as a senior
- Level 3 in Childcare
- Experience with 0-5 year olds
- Full time
A bit about you
- Knowledge, and experience of working with children aged 0-5 years.
- Knowledge and understanding of regulations relating to the EYFS.
- Able to work independently and to manage own time efficiently.
- Able to inspire and develop the whole staff team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and parents.
- Commitment to equal opportunities for all children and families.
- Safer Recruitment training and HR experience is desirable
- Have a minimum of a Level 3 in Early Years
- Have a minimum of 2 year’s experience working within Early Years and preferably have been in a senior role for at least a year.
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs

Welcome to our lovely nursery!
We have been at the heart of Braunton for over 7 years and continue to grow into the one of the areas trusted childcare providers.
Our team of dedicated, professional nursery practitioners will help your child to settle into our nursery, giving them the very best care whilst ensuring that the Early Years Foundation stage is being implemented in a fun and stimulating way.
Open 50 weeks per year, we take children from birth to 5 years of age, with a dedicated baby room which is safe and secure. Children are allocated a key worker who will help them settle and develop the skills they need as they grow.