Salary: £35,000
Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent
About the Setting
A well‑established, community‑focused nursery with a long‑standing, supportive team is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager. The setting has an excellent reputation locally and prides itself on providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
This is a great opportunity for a confident leader who wants to make a real impact in a stable, friendly, and values‑driven nursery.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and pension
* Generous childcare discount (T&Cs apply)
* Enhanced family‑friendly leave
* Life insurance and access to wellbeing support
* Free meals and snacks during your working day
* Ongoing training and leadership development
* Staff recognition, rewards, and regular appreciation events
* Supportive central team and strong peer network
* Your birthday off each year
The Role
As Nursery Manager, you will lead the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, ensuring high‑quality early years practice and a safe, stimulating environment for children and staff.
You will:
* Oversee all operational and compliance requirements (EYFS, Ofsted, safeguarding)
* Lead, mentor, and develop the staff team
* Build strong relationships with families and external partners
* Maintain high standards of care, education, and safety
* Ensure the nursery is always Ofsted‑ready
* Drive continuous improvement and support the nursery’s long‑standing reputation
What We’re Looking For
* Level 3 early years qualification (minimum)
* Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
* Previous senior leadership experience in a nursery
* GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths, or willingness to gain it within 2 years
* A supportive, confident leader who can inspire a team
Interested?
If you’re an experienced early years professional looking for your next leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered.
Safeguarding & Equality
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and ongoing safeguarding training.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace
Salary description
£35000.00 - £35000.00 per year