Job Description

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and preferably experienced Nursery Manager to oversee the daily operations of our nursery.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Manager wishing to join an established setting. To work closely with the Directors to produce and deliver outstanding childcare.

You will be hands on and committed to maintaining the settings very high standards

and continue to lead developments in practice and offer the highest of standards in care and education, supporting practitioners and inspiring them to deliver the nursery curriculum and to work alongside all our families using the nursery. You will have a proven track record in attaining Good or Outstanding OFSTED grade within a setting.

As Manager you will be responsible for the operational management of the setting,

following and implementing the EYFS Learning & Development requirements and Safeguarding & Welfare requirements.

You will have knowledge and experience for the HR functions of the Nursery setting,

from inductions, supervisions, training, development and performance management.

You will have the experience and skill set to assist the Directors with the Nursery's budget

to ensure profitability and business growth, including ensuring fees are paid promptly by parents.

Requirements

CACHE / NVQ Level 5 preferred. NNEB, CACHE / NVQ Level 3 minimum with Experience in Management and willingness to upskill. GCSE Maths & English a must. Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation Excellent knowledge of OFSTED standards, EYFS Learning and Development and Safeguarding and Welfare requirements DSL qualification and safeguarding experience is a must SENCo knowledge and training beneficial. Excellent organisational skills Good time management skills Excellent communication skills Strong people management skills Knowledge and good understanding of equal opportunities Previous relevant supervisory experience.
As part of our safer recruitment process, an enhanced DBS check is mandatory and 2 references will be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,225.00 - 33,280.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Transport links
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 30,225.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/09/2025