Full Time • Permanent • Small, Family‑Feel Nursery • September/ASAP Start
APT Education is recruiting an experienced, caring and highly organised Nursery Manager for a beautiful, small, family‑feel nursery in Puxley, near Deanshanger. This is a full‑time, long‑term, permanent opportunity offering stability, autonomy and the chance to lead a warm, nurturing Early Years environment.
If you’re a Nursery Manager with CACHE Level 3 (or equivalent) and a passion for high‑quality Early Years practice, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a close‑knit team with strong values and a genuinely supportive culture.
⭐ Why This Nursery Stands Out
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Small, warm, family‑run nursery with a caring ethos
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Supportive team with low staff turnover
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Clear values centred around nurture, kindness and child‑led learning
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Termly appraisals and ongoing professional development
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Training and settling‑in visits provided before starting
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Strong commitment to inclusive practice and SEN support
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A stable, friendly environment with excellent community links
⭐ About the Nursery Manager Role
As Nursery Manager in Puxley, you will:
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Lead the day‑to‑day running of the nursery
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Support staff with planning, observations and EYFS delivery
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Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance and communication
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Build strong relationships with families and the local community
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Oversee routines, staffing, wellbeing and nursery operations
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Champion the nursery’s values of warmth, nurture and high‑quality care
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Support children with SEN and ensure inclusive practice
This role is perfect for someone warm, proactive, organised and passionate about Early Years leadership.
⭐ Requirements
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CACHE Level 3 (or equivalent Early Years qualification)
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Strong experience in nursery or Early Years leadership
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Confident supporting children with SEN
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Excellent communication and team‑leading skills
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A caring, positive and professional approach
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Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
⭐ Highly Competitive Pay
This role offers highly competitive pay, reflective of the responsibility, experience and leadership required.
⭐ September/ASAP Start – Apply Today
If you’re a Nursery Manager looking for a full‑time, long‑term, permanent role in a warm, values‑driven nursery in Puxley, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join a local, founder‑led Early Years specialist agency that puts people first
Salary description
£19.00 - £23.00 per hour