Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Nursery Manager to co-work with the existing Manager to oversee the daily operations of our brand new full day care nursery. The ideal candidate will have a passion for childcare and early childhood education, coupled with strong leadership skills and full of ambition.

We are a 50 place Nursery, in the fabulous setting of Buckingham Park Primary School, on a school site, surrounded by beautiful outdoor spaces.

This is a great opportunity for the right person with drive, ambition and experience to support and drive our Nursery onto the next level.

We have a small staff team who have an array of knowledge and experience within the childcare setting and local community. We are looking for the right candidate to co-work 3 to 4 days a week, with the current setting manager who can add to this team, creating a warm, safe and caring, stimulating and exciting environment, to enable learning through play.

We work closely with our other 3 small nursery settings, in the surrounding area.

Creativity, love of children, energetic, knowledge of child development, experience with emergent curriculum and enquiry-based learning, and a reflective teaching practice are the skill sets we are seeking for this position.

Responsibilities

- Manage the nursery staff and ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children

- Develop and implement age-appropriate activities and programmes

- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and well-being

- Drive continuous improvement in nursery operations and quality of care

- Oversee administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping

Experience

- Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting is essential

- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written

- Leadership abilities to guide and motivate staff

- Qualifications:

Minimum Level 3 in Early Years Childcare qualification.

Degree level or EYT advantageous.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,120.00-33,800.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Free or subsidised travel Free parking Store discount
Schedule:

Flexitime Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends
Experience:

Early childhood education: 3 years (required) Childcare: 3 years (required) Leadership: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: LNCOMAN25
Expected start date: 03/09/2025