Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager – Guildford

Are you a confident and experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a successful early years setting in Guildford?

Winner Education are seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to oversee a well-established nursery in Guildford. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and early years education while supportingand developing a high-performing team.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, learning, and safeguarding are maintained. The successful candidate will be a strong leader who can inspire staff, build positive relationships with families, and drive continuous improvement throughout the setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, motivate, and develop a team of nursery practitioners and support staff
Ensure full compliance with EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding requirements
Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, maintaining a safe and engaging environment
Monitor occupancy levels and support the growth and success of the setting
Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community
Support staff training, development, and performance management
Promote high-quality teaching, learning, and care across the nursery

Requirements:

Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
A proactive and commercially aware approach
Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
Passion for early years education and child development

Why Winner Education?

Competitive salary and benefits package
Free CPD training and ongoing support, including safeguarding, Prevent, and first aid
Dedicated consultant with years of experience supporting education staff
Opportunities for career development and progression
Call on (phone number removed) to apply today.

Winner Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references, including one from their most recent employer