Job Description

At Little Wonders Nursery, we are committed to providing a warm, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can flourish. Our setting prides itself on high-quality care, strong relationships with families, and a passionate team that shares our vision for outstanding early years education.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated

Nursery Manager

to lead our team and ensure the highest standards of care and learning across the setting. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

, excellent leadership skills, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the

day-to-day management

of the nursery, ensuring it operates efficiently and in line with Ofsted and EYFS requirements Provide inspirational leadership and management to the nursery team Ensure the highest standards of

safeguarding, care, and education

Manage staffing, rotas, recruitment, and professional development Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including children's progress and staff files Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers, and the local community Lead by example, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture Monitor and evaluate the nursery's performance, implementing improvements where needed Oversee budgets, fees, and financial management in collaboration with the nursery owner/director

Requirements

Level 3 or above

in Early Years Education and Childcare (Level 5 or Degree in Early Childhood Studies desirable) Proven experience in a

supervisory or managerial role

within an early years setting Excellent knowledge of the

EYFS

,

safeguarding

, and

Ofsted regulations

Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills Ability to motivate and inspire a team Commitment to providing outstanding childcare and learning opportunities

What We Offer

Competitive salary Opportunities for

career development and training

Supportive and friendly working environment Pension scheme and paid holiday allowance free parking, uniform, wellness support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person