Regional Support Manager

Summary: The Regional Support Manager role involves overseeing nursery operations across multiple settings in Bristol, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering positive relationships with parents and staff. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have a minimum of two years' experience in a similar position. Responsibilities include managing site managers, supporting staff development, and maintaining effective service delivery. The position requires a hands-on management style and a commitment to early years education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support managers across multiple nursery settings to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with the director to manage KPIs.
• Build positive relationships with parents and key interfacing groups.
• Manage site managers and ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, ongoing supervision, and staff training needs.
• Supervise planning and preparation of activities in line with EYFS.
• Ensure adherence to nursery policies and procedures.
• Manage budgets and maintain accurate records of staffing, payroll, and fee collection.
• Attend out-of-hours activities, including training and special events.
• Work term time, 40 hours per week.

Key Skills:

• Level 3 Childcare qualification or above.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of Early Years Regulations.
• Experience with Ofsted Inspections.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Ability to build relationships with parents and staff.
• Budget management and record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to early years education.

Salary (Rate): £48,000

City: Bristol

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other