Forest School Nursery Manager – Melton Mowbray
Location: Melton Mowbray, LE13
Job Title: Forest School Nursery Manager
Hours: 4 days per week or 5 days per week
Contract: Long-term / Permanent Opportunity
Start Date: To be discussed
TeacherActive is working with a lovely Forest School nursery in Melton Mowbray (LE13) that is looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to lead their team.
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who believes that children learn best through exploration, imagination and hands-on experiences. The nursery offers a unique outdoor learning environment where children are encouraged to develop their independence, confidence and curiosity.
With the flexibility of 4 or 5 working days per week, this could be the perfect next step for someone looking to progress their Early Years career!
What will you be doing?
Leading, supporting and inspiring a team of Early Years Practitioners
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery
Promoting outdoor learning and Forest School activities
Ensuring the nursery meets EYFS and Ofsted requirements
Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety
Building positive relationships with children, parents and staff
Supporting staff development, training and progression
Creating a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive
We're looking for someone who:
Holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (minimum)
Has previous nursery management or leadership experience
Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework
Is confident with Ofsted requirements and safeguarding procedures
Has a genuine passion for outdoor learning and child development
Is organised, approachable and a natural team leader
Can bring fresh ideas, positivity and enthusiasm to the nursery
Has Forest School experience or training (desirable)
Why work with TeacherActive?
Long-term and permanent career opportunities
Flexible 4 or 5-day working week
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Support throughout the recruitment process
Dedicated consultant to help you every step of the way
Opportunities for career development
Ready for your next adventure?
If you're an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a role where little imaginations can run wild and big ideas are encouraged, we'd love to hear from you!
Click APPLY NOW and let's have a chat about this exciting opportunity!
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0115 824 1888
All applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and recruitment checks.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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