We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Area Manager to join our fantastic team covering the Cheshire East Area.

With more than 190 settings, Kids Planet Day Nurseries provides the highest standard of nursery care and education within a unique environment in which children are actively encouraged to explore, learn and interact with others.

We are looking for a highly dedicated individual who is passionate about delivering the highest quality of childcare and is looking for the opportunity to grow and maintain our outstanding nursery settings. This role would suit a highly motivated and professional individual with excellent people skills. A person who is enthusiastic, creative and has excellent time management and leadership skills.

Area Manager - Key Responsibilities:

Managing a group of nursery settings to ensure the highest standards of childcare is provided
Working with Nursery Managers to ensure that each setting provides the standards set out by the EYFS and that children reach their full potential in our care
Maintaining and developing the settings to ensure our reputation as "Outstanding" remains
Developing the management team to ensure each and every nursery manager reaches their full potential
Ensuring nurseries are supported in marketing and achieve FTE targets
Managing issues that arise within the nursery to ensure a successful resolution
Ensuring that all legislation in relation to Ofsted registration, special needs, safeguarding and Health and Safety is complied with and that company policies and procedures are adhered to
Working alongside the management team to ensure a successful talent pathway for existing staff and new recruits is managed effectively

Area Manager - You:

Must have experience working at Senior Level
Must be at least Level 3 qualified or have equivalent qualifications
Have a detailed understanding of the requirements set by Ofsted
Experience of managing budgets and awareness of commercial profitability
An excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families
Experience of managing with excellent leadership skills
Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding, recruitment, and employment practices
Experience of working in partnership with parents and outside agencies
Must have a valid driving licence and be able to travel

Area Manager - Benefits:

Discounted Childcare
Career progression opportunities
Competitive Salary
Free breakfast
Company Events
Employee of the Month Reward
Mental Health First Aider Support Network
Company-wide Wellbeing Initiatives
Employee Assistance Program
Job security and nursery investment
Free DBS
Colleague Referral Scheme
Lots of training and development opportunities through our own Training Academy

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note, if you are successful in this role, background checks including online searches may be completed. This is keeping in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education policies.

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