Job Description

Nursery Manager - Shape the Future of Early Years Education

Are you a driven and experienced early years leader ready to take charge of a thriving, high-quality nursery? We're looking for a dedicated

Nursery Manager

to lead an established setting where children are at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where you'll lead a passionate team, uphold the highest standards of care and education, and create a positive, nurturing space for children, families, and staff alike.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the operational, educational, and strategic success of the nursery. Working alongside a skilled and committed team, you'll ensure excellence in early years practice, staff development, and compliance with all relevant standards.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing all aspects of nursery operations--staffing, planning, administration, and budgeting Leading and overseeing the delivery of an ambitious, child-centred curriculum in line with the EYFS Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements are consistently met Coaching, mentoring, and developing a high-performing staff team Promoting individualised learning to support each child's growth and development Monitoring occupancy and driving financial performance Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and external partners Ensuring the nursery is always inspection-ready and committed to continuous improvement

About You

We're looking for a confident and capable nursery professional who can lead by example and inspire excellence throughout the team.

You will have:

A

Level 3 qualification

in Early Years Education (Level 5 or above preferred)

Proven leadership experience

in a nursery setting, ideally as a Deputy or Manager Strong working knowledge of the

EYFS

, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted standards Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills A proactive, hands-on approach and a commitment to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment

What You'll Receive

We value the incredible work our staff do, and we're committed to supporting your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

32 days' holiday

per year including bank holidays

Substantial childcare discount

for your own children

Flexible working arrangements

where possible

24/7 access to a virtual GP

for you and your household

Healthcare cashback

on everyday services such as dental and physiotherapy Access to a comprehensive

staff wellbeing and discounts platform

Structured training, CPD, and progression pathways

Regular staff recognition and reward schemes

Why Work With Us?

We are more than just a nursery--we are a passionate community of early years professionals committed to delivering excellence. Here, your voice matters, your leadership is recognised, and your career is supported at every stage.

If you're ready to lead a nursery that prioritises quality, connection, and continuous growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today

and take your next step in a setting where your leadership truly makes a difference.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 43,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person