Job Description

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Nursery Manager

Required from: September 2025



Are you a passionate and experienced childcare professional ready to lead and inspire a dedicated team?



We are seeking a dynamic Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations in our new Nursery.



This Is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic person to join in the development of our successful primary school and lead in our new Nursery provision.



This is a full-time position Monday - Friday

We can offer you:

A friendly, supportive team Happy, enthusiastic, highly motivated children Opportunities to develop professionally The chance to make a difference to young children's development

We are looking for someone who can be:

Flexible, motivated & enthusiastic Able to support a child/children with their learning and behaviour needs to achieve their best. Commitment to developing emotional literacy with young children. Make a positive contribution to our school community and work as part of a team.


Full details of the post can be found on the attached and Person Specification.

All applicants must hold the relevant qualifications.



If you feel you have the necessary skills and motivation for this position and would like further information, an application form and job description can be downloaded from the links in this advert.



Shoreham Beach Primary School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to DBS and pre-employment checks.



West Sussex County Council meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please note, because of the nature of this job, if you are successful in your application, you will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This will be done by means of applying for an "Enhanced Disclosure". Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, spent or unspent.



Candidates invited to interview should be informed in writing that relevant criminal convictions and other associated information will be discussed at the interview in order to assess job-related risks. They should also be informed that this information would only be used to assess suitability for employment in so far as it is relevant to the job to which they have applied. Having a criminal conviction will not necessarily bar someone from employment, this will depend on the circumstances and background to the offence.



Please complete the attached application and email to head@sbprimary.co.uk



Closing Date: 30/07/2025

Interviews will be held: 04/08/2025


We reserve the right to bring forward either of these dates for suitably qualified applicants

Job Details

Salary: 31,586.00

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time (term time only)

Location: Shoreham Beach Primary School & Nursery

Interviews: 04/08/2025

What You Need to Succeed

For this role you will need:


Demonstrable experience working in an early years setting or at least two years' other suitable experience. At least a Level 3 early years' education and childcare qualification or equivalent, preferably with a commitment to obtaining a level 4/5 qualification. Sound understanding of child development, and of children's needs. Ability to plan and implement a pre-school curriculum, taking into account the SEN Code of Practice, child protection procedures and equal opportunities considerations. Demonstrable and detailed knowledge of current legislation relevant to the early years. Ability to work with parents and families to encourage their involvement. Strong leadership skills to effectively manage staff, overseeing the Nursery's operations and ensure a high standard of care and learning A thorough understanding of the Early Years framework and relevant OFSTED guidelines is essential Commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of equality and diversity issues.

Further Information

Shoreham Beach Primary School and Nursery School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to [insert email address]



Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email head@sbprimary.co.uk

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The reference number for this role is SCHO00769.



Job Reference: SCHO00769