Job Description

Overview

Nursery Manager - Exciting New Project

Are you a passionate and experienced early years professional ready to lead something truly special? We're launching an exciting new nursery project and seeking an exceptional Nursery Manager to bring our vision to life from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape every aspect of a brand-new setting - from designing inspiring learning environments to building a dedicated team and establishing outstanding practices that will nurture young minds for years to come. You'll need a Level 3 qualification (minimum), proven leadership experience in early years, and a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework. We're looking for someone with infectious enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and the creativity to make this nursery a place where children, families, and staff thrive. If you're ready to leave your mark on an ambitious new venture and create something extraordinary, we want to hear from you. Competitive salary dependent on experience, plus the chance to build your dream nursery from day one.

Nursery Manager -

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the successful establishment and launch of the new nursery, ensuring all regulatory requirements and registration processes are completed to the highest standard Recruit, train, mentor and manage a high-performing team of early years practitioners, fostering a positive and collaborative working culture Ensure full compliance with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding policies, health and safety regulations, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework Develop and implement an outstanding curriculum that promotes child development across all areas of learning, ensuring every child reaches their full potential Build strong partnerships with parents and families, maintaining excellent communication and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all Manage the nursery's day-to-day operations including budgets, occupancy levels, staff rotas, and resource allocation to ensure financial sustainability Establish effective systems for observation, assessment and record-keeping that track children's progress and inform planning Create and maintain inspiring, safe and stimulating learning environments both indoors and outdoors that engage and challenge children Lead safeguarding practices across the setting, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensuring all staff are fully trained in child protection Drive continuous improvement through self-evaluation, staff development and implementing best practice in early years education Develop marketing strategies to promote the nursery within the local community and achieve optimal enrolment Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with legal and regulatory requirements, preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections

Experience

Proven experience in a management role within a nursery or childcare setting is essential Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire staff Experience working directly with children, demonstrating a commitment to their development and well-being Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices is highly desirable
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 29,500.00-39,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person