Job Description

Are you a qualified and experienced Nursery Manager with enthusiasm, energy, and fresh ideas? Are you looking for a rewarding challenge within an established and popular nursery setting? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a rota basis between 7:30am and 6:30pm, across 51 weeks of the year. Flexibility to work within these hours is essential.

We are seeking a highly motivated Nursery Manager who will work closely with the Directors and Area Managers to lead a large, well-qualified team (the nursery never uses bank or agency staff). You will be responsible for delivering outstanding childcare within a safe, secure, and stimulating environment. Strong parent partnerships, high-quality provision, and effective team leadership will be central to your role.

You will be an inspirational leader, capable of motivating and supporting your team as they guide children through their learning and development journey. The successful candidate will have proven experience managing a large nursery setting (ideally 70 places and above) and a strong track record with Ofsted.

Key Responsibilities

Achieve and maintain the highest standards of childcare and education Lead, manage, and inspire a large staff team Support recruitment, induction, retention, and staff development Manage budgets and occupancy levels effectively Ensure all policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to Develop and maintain excellent partnerships with parents Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the nursery
The Ideal Candidate Will Have

A minimum of NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent and relevant childcare qualification GCSE Maths grade C or above, or Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Significant post-qualification experience, including supervisory or management experience Experience managing a large nursery setting (ideally 100+ places) Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS Proven experience achieving Ofsted outcomes of Good or above Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation Strong people management and leadership skills A good understanding of equal opportunities A genuine passion for high-quality childcare and early years education Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Benefits

Salary: 42,000 - 50,000 per annum (depending on experience) Excellent career progression opportunities within an award-winning nursery group Competitive benefits package, including pension 28 days annual leave, plus additional service-related holidays and benefits Ongoing training and professional development A stable staffing model with no reliance on bank or agency staff Length of service bonuses, additional holidays plus more
You will be joining a highly skilled, child-focused team committed to developing staff and providing children with the best possible start in life. Our nurseries offer well-resourced learning environments, a collaborative approach to teaching and learning, and a strong culture of professional development. We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic leader to support and drive this vision forward.

This role is subject to safer recruitment procedures. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references prior to appointment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 42,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

What childcare qualifications do you hold? How many years of nursery management do you have?
Work Location: In person