Training and Quality Development Manager

Training and Quality Development Manager

Location: Kettering, NN15
Contract Type: Full-time

Contract Length: Permanent

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum

Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 fully paid sick days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward, 50 % Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning platform Access

Join the Kindred Family - A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference

Are you passionate about early years education, supporting the development of our teams, and ensuring the highest standards of childcare and education. At Kindred, we believe work should be more than just a job - it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day.

Due to a new opportunity we’re excited to welcome a Training and Quality Development Manager to our friendly and dedicated team in Kettering, Northamptonshire. If you’re looking for your next professional step, this role offers the chance to be part of a warm, inclusive environment where 91.71% of our team would recommend us as a great place to work.

What You’ll Need

Essential:

• A relevant level 3 or above childcare qualification for the role
• A positive approach to gaining further qualifications and CPD Knowledge & Experience
• Substantial post qualifying experience of working with children aged 0-5 in the early years sector
• Experience in making significant quality improvements within the early years
• Experience of working within and implementing the EYFS statutory framework
• Experience of Ofsted inspections or other inspections/legal bodies and their requirements within day care on non-domestic premises
• Knowledge of child development and meeting children’s needs
• Have general computer literacy and a range of IT skills
• Full clean driving licence

Desirable:

• Current paediatric first aid certificate

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Training and Development Manager, you will:

• Work across the group supporting managers and teams to obtain and maintain Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
• Using a 'hands on’ approach to regularly review and audit the performance of the nurseries
• Create a schedule to undertake pre-arranged and 'on the spot’ mock inspections at each nursery to ensure all agreed quality and operational standards are being met and priority nurseries are ready for inspection
• Collate findings from inspections to present to area managers, work collaboratively to then agree a structure of support and training to be delivered in the following financial quarter
• Ensure all nurseries are compliant with all regulatory bodies, following set guidance, frameworks and legislation
• Oversee the rigorous delivery of policies and procedures to create best in class nursery group
• Ensure all newly acquired nurseries meet Ofsted regulations and have a 'quality’ visit within the first month of integration
• Keep abreast of any changes to the EYFS framework, new regulations and legislation ensuring the wider team are aware of any changes
• Work alongside the area managers to support in maintaining an effective educational curriculum across the group
• Manage all online training and other compliance training including First Aid and report on monthly progress and statistics
• Prepare data on training and report monthly to the Director of Childcare and Operations
• Create a safe and inspiring network for Apprentices to offer support and coaching and enhance their learning experience with Kindred
• Plan and prepare added value training in line with Kindred’s pedagogy
• Create and review the training sections in the induction plans in line with Kindred policies, statutory requirements for training needs for each role
• Be responsible for the localised training hubs across the group
• Develop and maintain a network of 'trainers’ within the Kindred management team, use this team to implement the training and development requirements
• 'Tap in’ to localised training opportunities and funding to best support and grow teams
• Develop a standardised matrix system to be used in nurseries for monitoring training and development Safeguarding

Why Join Kindred?

At Kindred, we’re more than a nursery group - we’re a family.

Supportive Culture - Our nurseries are built on strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging.
Career Development - Whether you're an apprentice or a seasoned professional, we offer clear progression pathways, structured training, and mentorship.
Work-Life Balance - Enjoy structured working hours, flexible shift options, and hybrid roles (where applicable).
Competitive Pay & Benefits - We regularly benchmark our salaries and offer generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave.
Award-Winning Family - Join a company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success.

Our Recruitment Process

Interviews: Rolling interviews

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Our process includes:

• Video/Telephone and Face to Face interviews
• Meet the team
• Background checks including DBS / references / qualification verifications (as required)

Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?

To apply for the Training and Quality Development Manager position in Kindred Nurseries please click the "Quick Apply" button and complete the application form, submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role.

We aim to respond to all applicants within 2-5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred!

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.