Job Description

Nursery Manager

Rainbow Day Nursery - Newcastle-under-Lyme (ST5 2SX)

About Us

Rainbow Day Nursery is entering an exciting new phase of development, and we are seeking an exceptional

Nursery Manager

to help deliver our vision of excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, inclusive, and community-focused nursery in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

We pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality, local childcare service that is innovative, responsive, accessible, and inclusive. We are deeply committed to supporting both our children and our culturally diverse team within a nurturing, professional environment.

About the Role

As Nursery Manager, you will be a key member of the senior management team, working closely with the Directors to lead, develop, and inspire the nursery team. You will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the setting, ensuring outstanding standards of care, learning, compliance, and staff performance.

Key Responsibilities

Work in partnership with the Directors to manage the daily operations of the nursery to the highest standards Lead, support, and motivate the staff team, driving continuous improvement in quality and practice Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and guidance, including

Ofsted, EYFS, SEND, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety

Champion inclusive practice, supporting children with SEND and working collaboratively with staff and external professionals Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents and carers through open communication and partnership working Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment that meets the developmental needs of all children Monitor staff performance through regular supervision, appraisals, mentoring, and professional development Maintain accurate records and administrative systems in line with company policy and regulatory requirements
Essential Requirements

NVQ/CACHE

Level 3 in Childcare

Minimum

3 years' experience

working in a childcare setting At least

2 years' experience

in a management, supervisory, or senior role Strong working knowledge of the

EYFS framework

and Ofsted requirements Experience supporting children with

SEND

and implementing inclusive practice Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills A confident, supportive leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a team A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
Desirable

Level 5 qualification

in Leadership for Children and Young People's Services (or working towards) Paediatric First Aid certificate Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training Experience leading Ofsted inspections
What We Offer

Competitive salary Company pension scheme Staff childcare discount Ongoing training and professional development, including access to our virtual learning platform Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Location Requirement

Applicants must be able to reliably commute to, or be willing to relocate to,

Newcastle-under-Lyme (ST5 2SX)

prior to starting.

How to Apply

Please submit your

CV and a cover letter

outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you would be a great fit for the Nursery Manager role at Rainbow Day Nursery

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime On-site parking
Work Location: In person