Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a new opportunity in Early Years? 

Wee Mack’s Nursery are seeking an adaptable, personable and responsive Manager who can provide a nurturing and engaging setting for our children, and a supportive and motivated environment for our staff. You will be a strong leader with a professional approach and a real commitment to making a difference to the children in our care. 

Wee Mack’s has been open since August 2021 so we are still creating and developing our nursery. We require a Manager who can help drive our organisation forward and lead our business to success. 

Duties will include; 

• Creating a safe and stimulating environment to promote learning 

• Updating parents and carers on children's progress 

• Working with the team and other professionals to ensure children's needs are met 

• Checking equipment is in good condition 

• Recruiting staff and developing the nursery team 

• Managing a budget and KPIs 

• Invoicing and managing funding 

• Keeping appropriate records 

• Creating management reports 

• Working within environmental, health and safety and fire regulations 

• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation 

• Building relationships with parents and carers 

• Making sure the nursery meets the National Standard for Early Learning and Childcare providers 

Essential experience and qualifications: 

• a minimum of 2 years management experience in a similar role within an Early Years setting 

• knowledge and experience of staff recruitment and retention, payroll and supporting staff development 

• an understanding of learning through play and the current guidance, in particular Realising the Ambition, Curriculum for Excellence – Early Level, Funding Follows the Child and the National Standard for Early Learning and Childcare providers 

• competency in written and spoken English 

• basic computer literacy and IT skills 

• a BA in Childhood Practice, or other relevant childcare qualification equivalent to SCQF level 9 

• SSSC Registration at Manager Level 

• PVG Membership 

• Previous experience in Care Inspections 

• Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding, Health & Safety and implementation of policies and procedures 

Desirable qualities: 

• flexible, self-driven and motivated approach 

• proactive with the ability to take initiative and make decisions 

• an excellent problem solver with a can-do attitude 

• able to lead self-evaluation in the nursery and develop and lead improvement 

• patient, calm and resilient in stressful situations 

• basic accounting skills and knowledge of managing finances and budgets 

• comfortable when working in partnership with parents and other professionals 

• skilled in increasing and managing occupancy within the nursery 

Hours and benefits: 

• Salary range £29000 - £40000

• 38 hours per week, Monday - Friday (occasional weekend or evening work for events, training or marketing purposes may be required) 

• Private Medical and Dental Care with Well-being Plan 

• Loyalty Bonus 

• Profit Share Scheme 

• On-site gym in progress 

• 28 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown 

• Ongoing CPD 

• On-site parking 

• Nursery uniform including polo shirt and fleece jacket 

• Chef, cleaners, and caretaker in place to support you 

• Setting with NDNA membership, Curiosity Approach subscription, Azilo Training hub and partnership with City of Edinburgh Council 

• Immediate start available for the right candidate