Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

Responsibilities

• Operational Management:
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring smooth functioning across all departments (e.g., classrooms, administration, facilities).
• Manage and allocate resources effectively, including staffing, materials, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, licensing requirements, and safety standards (e.g., local child protection laws, health and safety guidelines).
• Develop and implement nursery policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Staff Leadership Development:
• Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor nursery staff (teachers, assistants, support staff).
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify professional development needs.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment.
• Manage staff rosters, leave, and attendance effectively.
• Curriculum Educational Oversight:
• Ensure the effective planning, implementation, and assessment of an age-appropriate curriculum (e.g., play-based learning, Montessori, Reggio Emilia).
• Monitor and evaluate teaching practices to ensure high-quality educational delivery.
• Stay updated with best practices in early childhood education and integrate them into the nursery's program.
• Child Welfare Safety:
• Ensure the well-being, safety, and healthy development of all children in the nursery.
• Implement and regularly review child protection policies and procedures.
• Handle emergencies, accidents, or challenging situations involving children or staff effectively.
• Parent Communication Engagement:
• Establish and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents/guardians, acting as the primary point of contact for significant matters.
• Conduct parent orientation programs, parent-teacher meetings, and provide regular updates on children's progress.
• Address parent concerns, feedback, and complaints empathetically and professionally.
• Admissions Enrollment:
• Manage the admissions process, including inquiries, tours, registrations, and onboarding of new children.
• Develop strategies to maintain optimal enrollment numbers.
• Budget Finance (if applicable):
• Manage the nursery budget, monitor expenses, and ensure financial viability (if a standalone role).
• Oversee fee collection and financial record-keeping.