Head of Nursery
Location:
Tornagrain Nursery Inverness, IV2 7JG Salary:
£34,215 per annum Contract:
Permanent, Year Round Benefits: 28 days holiday, with the opportunity to increase based on length of service Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing programme Are you passionate about shaping the lives of Scotland's youth? Do you believe in the power of early education to make a lasting impact on children's lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! About us: At Stramash, we believe that all children deserve an early year at play, in nature. We are champions of place-based, and child-directed learning, as such there is no ‘standard’ Stramash site. It makes sense really, when the site, environment, resources, culture, team, and children are all different, why would any two nurseries be the same?! Job Role: Stramash Nursery is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Nursery to lead our Tornagrain team into the future. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing a holistic approach to education, centred on building strong relationships and nurturing a child's natural curiosity. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the vision and direction of the nursery, empowering your team to develop their own unique practices. You will also have the chance to be part of a growing organisation, with access to internal training programs and tailored support from experienced nursery heads. Main Responsibilities: To lead and manage the nursery and its team in a largely outdoor setting To provide a high-quality ELC environment for every child, ensuring parents and all major stakeholders are well engaged To manage the team on a day-to-day basis, overseeing individual and team management To ensure very high standards and quality are maintained, with all procedures, policies, and processes implemented and followed To keep all records and reporting up to date and of high quality, including daily records, children’s portfolios, improvement plans, and self-evaluations To implement and monitor self-assessment and review processes To manage the nursery's effective business operations, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping To work with the CEO and Finance Manager on producing monthly reports covering the nursery’s operational and financial performance To promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team and ensure readiness for successful future inspections from the Care Inspectorate and/or Education Scotland To contribute to the training and support of the team’s Modern Apprentice and undertake assessments and independent verification if appropriate To prioritise your team’s CPD as well as your own To participate in Stramash’s wider management team and contribute to strategic priorities and organisational life Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Essential: Qualified to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent in childcare or hold a teaching or education qualification Evidence of ongoing CPD and training Substantial experience of working with Early Years children and their parents Experience of managing and developing people Experience of planning and implementing stimulating and productive Early Years play and learning experiences Very good working knowledge of the early level within the Curriculum for Excellence Excellent knowledge of outdoor learning, including the underpinning history, ethos, and processes Excellent communication skills Ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate with other team members Computer literate Registered, or eligible to register, with either SSSC or GTCS and able to provide membership of the PVG Scheme Desirable: Additional qualifications in outdoor learning and supervision/management SQA Assessor qualification Experience of working with children in an outdoor setting, including primary and secondary age Experience of managing budgets Experience of delivering training and CPD Experience of working with stakeholders, partners, and volunteers Ability to evaluate and justify approaches taken in developing children in the desired outcomes in the Curriculum for Excellence Ability to teach others (colleagues and peers) in an engaging way Hold a UK driver’s license, with D1 category If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today. No agencies please.
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Tornagrain Nursery Inverness, IV2 7JG Salary:
£34,215 per annum Contract:
Permanent, Year Round Benefits: 28 days holiday, with the opportunity to increase based on length of service Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing programme Are you passionate about shaping the lives of Scotland's youth? Do you believe in the power of early education to make a lasting impact on children's lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! About us: At Stramash, we believe that all children deserve an early year at play, in nature. We are champions of place-based, and child-directed learning, as such there is no ‘standard’ Stramash site. It makes sense really, when the site, environment, resources, culture, team, and children are all different, why would any two nurseries be the same?! Job Role: Stramash Nursery is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Nursery to lead our Tornagrain team into the future. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing a holistic approach to education, centred on building strong relationships and nurturing a child's natural curiosity. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the vision and direction of the nursery, empowering your team to develop their own unique practices. You will also have the chance to be part of a growing organisation, with access to internal training programs and tailored support from experienced nursery heads. Main Responsibilities: To lead and manage the nursery and its team in a largely outdoor setting To provide a high-quality ELC environment for every child, ensuring parents and all major stakeholders are well engaged To manage the team on a day-to-day basis, overseeing individual and team management To ensure very high standards and quality are maintained, with all procedures, policies, and processes implemented and followed To keep all records and reporting up to date and of high quality, including daily records, children’s portfolios, improvement plans, and self-evaluations To implement and monitor self-assessment and review processes To manage the nursery's effective business operations, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping To work with the CEO and Finance Manager on producing monthly reports covering the nursery’s operational and financial performance To promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team and ensure readiness for successful future inspections from the Care Inspectorate and/or Education Scotland To contribute to the training and support of the team’s Modern Apprentice and undertake assessments and independent verification if appropriate To prioritise your team’s CPD as well as your own To participate in Stramash’s wider management team and contribute to strategic priorities and organisational life Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Essential: Qualified to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent in childcare or hold a teaching or education qualification Evidence of ongoing CPD and training Substantial experience of working with Early Years children and their parents Experience of managing and developing people Experience of planning and implementing stimulating and productive Early Years play and learning experiences Very good working knowledge of the early level within the Curriculum for Excellence Excellent knowledge of outdoor learning, including the underpinning history, ethos, and processes Excellent communication skills Ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate with other team members Computer literate Registered, or eligible to register, with either SSSC or GTCS and able to provide membership of the PVG Scheme Desirable: Additional qualifications in outdoor learning and supervision/management SQA Assessor qualification Experience of working with children in an outdoor setting, including primary and secondary age Experience of managing budgets Experience of delivering training and CPD Experience of working with stakeholders, partners, and volunteers Ability to evaluate and justify approaches taken in developing children in the desired outcomes in the Curriculum for Excellence Ability to teach others (colleagues and peers) in an engaging way Hold a UK driver’s license, with D1 category If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today. No agencies please.
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