Are you a passionate early years professional with strong leadership skills? We're on the lookout for an experienced
Nursery Manager
who can inspire and guide a committed team, maintain a high standard of care, and help children thrive in a positive, supportive environment.
Why Work With Us?
We believe in recognising great work and supporting our team every step of the way. Here's what we offer in return for your dedication:
Generous Annual Leave: 33 days of paid holiday per year
Loyalty Rewards: Earn an extra day of annual leave for every year you stay with us
Celebrate You: Enjoy your birthday off as paid leave--even if it falls on the weekend!
Staff Appreciation: Monthly recognition awards to celebrate outstanding contributions
Seasonal Bonus: Annual Christmas bonus to say thank you
Workwear Provided: Free professional uniform
Team Building: Paid training and development days, plus regular staff events
Professional Growth: Funded training and qualification opportunities to support your career goals
Childcare Support: Discounted nursery places for staff
What You'll Be Doing
As Nursery Manager, you'll take a hands-on leadership role in the day-to-day running of the setting. You will:
Work closely with the management team to keep daily operations smooth and efficient
Lead, mentor, and support staff across all rooms, ensuring policies and procedures are followed
Take responsibility for the nursery in the manager's absence
Support team performance through appraisals, observations, and regular feedback
Plan and lead team meetings and development sessions
Monitor classroom environments, encouraging creativity, safety, and learning through play
Oversee daily routines, staffing levels, and adult-to-child ratios
Support family partnerships and ensure excellent parent communication
Contribute to the planning and delivery of events, activities, and training days
Use our digital nursery system (training provided) to record and manage day-to-day tasks
Who We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
Qualified to Level 3 or higher in Early Years Education
Experienced in a leadership or supervisory role within a nursery or childcare setting
Confident with early years frameworks including the EYFS, Ofsted standards, and safeguarding guidelines
Strong with communication--both written and verbal
Comfortable using IT and digital record-keeping systems
Positive, motivated, and genuinely passionate about early years education
A natural team leader who brings out the best in others
Ready to bring your leadership skills to a vibrant, child-centred environment? Apply now and become part of a supportive team where your ideas, growth, and enthusiasm are truly valued.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to 47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Childcare
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay
Transport links
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Application question(s):
How many years of Nursery management experience do you have?
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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