Nursery Manager – Leading Early Years Setting | £30,000–£40,000 per annum | 40 hours per week

Our client is looking for a warm, knowledgeable, and inspiring Nursery Manager to lead one of their well-established Nursery settings. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional to champion high-quality practice, drive positive outcomes, and create a nurturing, inclusive environment for children aged 0–5.

This role focuses entirely on the day-to-day running of the nursery — with no budgeting, purchase orders, or financial administration required. The successful applicant will concentrate solely on what matters most: leading their team, supporting families, and ensuring outstanding care and education.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 or above desirable).

• At least two years’ experience in a senior nursery role – Nursery Manager, Deputy Nursery Manager.

• Strong, up-to-date knowledge of EYFS 2025, safeguarding, SEND, and inclusive practice.

• Paediatric First Aid and DSL training (or willingness to update).

• Confident user of Famly or similar nursery management software.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

• A genuine passion for early years education and helping children thrive.

Why Join the Service?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Opportunity to lead a respected, well-resourced nursery where children’s well-being is the heart of practice.

• Supportive senior leadership and dedicated Nursery Services Manager.

• Clear focus on quality, inclusion, and professional development.

• A warm, collaborative team culture with strong values and a child-centred approach.

• No financial administration responsibilities — allowing full focus on leadership, pedagogy, and quality of care.

• Access to ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, stimulating environment for children 0–5

• Deliver high-quality, play-based learning aligned with EYFS 2025

• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead

• Support children’s emotional well-being with trauma-informed practice

• Work with the SENCO to ensure inclusive SEND support

• Support EAL learners and promote cultural diversity

• Build strong partnerships with parents and professionals

• Oversee planning, observations, assessments, and Progress Check at 2

• Use Famly for learning journals, communication, and assessments

• Lead and support staff through supervision, training, and ratios

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted, H&S, COSHH, and statutory requirements

• Maintain accurate records and support parent engagement and events

Reference: WILL187864/JC

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