Kelly Hill and Becky Haynes on Respectful Owner, Manager and Staff Relationships

Kelly Hill is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Early Years Company. She has worked in the Early Years sector since leaving school, starting as a nursery nurse, Kelly worked her way up to nursery manager, trainer and assessor and through to Operations Director before setting up and running Early Years Leadership CIC. Degree qualified in both Early Years and Business & HR, Kelly has a wealth of knowledge to share with the sector. Kelly is also the owner of Codsall Community Nursery, which serves Kelly’s local village – and where Becky Haynes is the manager.

Becky has been working in the Early Years Sector since she was 17 years of age – approaching 18 years. She says that there have been many influences within her career and feels that she has a bit of each of those influences within her own practices which have helped her to be the leader that she is today. She has been the manager at Codsall Community Nursery for 18 months.

This episode delves into the critical relationship between nursery owners and managers, exploring how open communication, mutual respect, and shared vision create a positive work environment. Kelly and Becky share practical insights on fostering strong team dynamics, supporting staff development, and ultimately enhancing children’s experiences in Early Years settings.

In this episode you’ll:

• Discover the importance of transparent communication between owners and managers
• Learn strategies for aligning staff with your setting’s vision and values
• Explore effective approaches to staff development and retention
• Understand how a positive work culture impacts children and families
• Gain insights into managing challenging conversations professionally

Watch this episode to uncover practical advice on building respectful relationships within your Early Years setting, directly from experienced professionals in the field.

Kelly and Becky’s wisdom provides a masterclass in aligning leadership around core values to bring teams and communities together. Their setting exemplifies how transparency and care fosters belonging – for children, families and staff alike. This will reignite your passion for people-centred early years practice.

This Episode was originally Published on the 8th December 2023

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Find out more about Codsall Nursery here: https://codsallcommunitynursery.co.uk/