Nursery Manager – £43,000 per annum
Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for your next opportunity to lead a thriving early years setting? Our client is looking for a passionate and confident Nursery Manager to take the reins of their nursery and drive high standards of care, education, and team leadership.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive and well-established environment where children – and careers – flourish.

About You

We’re looking for a driven and experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced nursery setting. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager (minimum 1–2 years preferred)
• A Level 3 qualification or higher in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent)
• Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and current childcare legislation
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience overseeing teams and nursery operations
• A passion for delivering outstanding childcare and inspiring your team to do the same
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities

What’s On Offer

• Competitive £43,000 salary
• Discounted childcare for your own family
• Access to staff wellbeing support and health & work-life balance programmes
• Exclusive discounts through a benefits portal
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunities for further training, leadership development, and career progression

Key Responsibilities

As Nursery Manager, you will:

• Take full responsibility for the daily management and operation of the nursery
• Lead, motivate, and develop your team of early years professionals
• Ensure the nursery meets all regulatory requirements and delivers high standards of care and education
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding, and health & safety policies
• Foster strong partnerships with parents, carers, and the wider community
• Monitor children's development and ensure effective implementation of the EYFS
• Drive continuous improvement through reflective practice, team training, and high-quality provision

Reference: WILL148619/EC

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