This is your chance to lead, shape, and create something truly special! Kids 1st is opening a new, state of the art 92 place nursery in Bishopsgarth, Stockton this summer, and we’re looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best start in life.
Your Rewards & Benefits
💷 Competitive salary – up to £37,000.00 per annum, plus up to 25% annual salary bonus
🎂 Birthday off – Because YOU deserve a special day!
👶 Significant childcare discount – Supporting your family while shaping young futures
🏖 Up to 33 days holiday – Including bank holidays!
💖 Enhanced family leave & wellbeing support – Plus menopause support through Peppy
🚴 Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute
🌏 Travel opportunities – Gain international experience and discover new childcare practices
Your Opportunity to Make a Mark
🏡 Shape the nursery’s culture & vision – From the first day, your ideas will bring this brand-new setting to life
🛠 Build a passionate team – Lead, inspire, and develop educators who share your dedication
📚 Create engaging learning experiences – Set up activities, spaces, and routines that nurture young minds
🚀 Drive innovation – Implement fresh approaches that make your nursery a beacon of excellence in early childhood education
Role Responsibilities: Your Key Responsibilities
🔥 Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture of passion and innovation
📚 Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain exceptional standards
🛡️ Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements
💰 Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive sustainability and growth
💬 Engagement & Community – Build strong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community
🚀 Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
Required Qualifications: About You
✔ Committed to Excellence – Your top priority is delivering outstanding childcare and early years education
✔ Resourceful & Business-Savvy – You balance commercial awareness with heartfelt leadership
✔ Inspiring Leader & Communicator – You motivate your team and build strong relationships with staff and families
✔ Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – You thrive in a dynamic environment, managing priorities with precision
Qualifications & Experience
📜 Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3
👶 Proven Experience – Previous leadership as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
💬 Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment
🏆 Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences
This is more than a job—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to set up a nursery from the ground up and create a legacy of excellence, joy, and discovery.
🐝 Be part of something new—lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Kids 1st
Salary description
£35000.00 - £37000.00 per year