Nursery Manager (Pre-school)

We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Manager to join our team at Penbridge School based at the Infants site.

We are a 24 place nursery for children aged 2-4 years. Our sessions run as morning sessions from 8:30-11:30am or afternoon sessions from 12-3pm with some of the children staying for lunch.

As the Nursery Manager you will deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care whilst ensuring the nursery is safe environment for children to learn. As well as managing the day to day activities of the nursery including; record keeping, management reports and budgets.

We are a 'Thinking' nursery. We provide hands on engaging experiences that stimulate children's senses so that the brain develops. As part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, our 'curiosity' curriculum is planned by staff who understand the next stage of education and are committed to laying the very best foundations during the early years for their all-through thinking journey. We use children's interests to develop learning opportunities.

• A minimum of at least 2 years' experience working in a nursery/preschool, ideally as a room leader or manager


• Excellent knowledge of the Early Years curriculum and proven track record of planning, tracking and monitoring children's learning and developmental milestones


• Experience of line management, rotas and managing budgets effectively


• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Child Care and Education or equivalent


• Paediatric First Aid


• English & Maths GCSE Grade 4/C or above/or equivalent


• Nurturing nature with a passion to make a difference in young children's' care and education


• Well-developed interpersonal skills to be able to relate to a wide range of people including children, staff, parents and external professionals
  
  Formally known as Penhale Infant School and Newbridge Junior School, we officially joined together in September 2022 to form Penbridge Infants and Junior School. The infants site comprises of a nursery with 24 places for funded 2-4 year olds and a 2-form entry infant school with 180 children on the roll including 24 in our Rainbow Fish Inclusion Unit. The juniors site comprises of a 4-form entry school with 440 children on the roll.
  
  "Pupils are happy and enjoy attending this welcoming school" - Ofsted 2022


Find out more about our story at: Ethos & Values, Penbridge School

At Penbridge School, we are a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. This enables us to create a unique offer for children: an "all-through" educational journey in which they remain with the same family of schools throughout their education.

We are one of five primary schools and one secondary school in Portsmouth to benefit from Thinking Schools' award-winning resources, curriculum, and collaboration opportunities.
Click here for a welcome message from the Head of Penbridge Infant School.

Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking


• Be their Best self


• Shape their success


In this way we transform life chances
What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales


• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.


• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.


• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.


• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.


• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.


• Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.


• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.


• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.


• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.


• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.


• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.