Nursery Manager

Up to £50,000 per year | Outstanding Ofsted

Part of an award-winning nursery group, this established setting offers thoughtfully designed, age-specific rooms filled with resources that encourage curiosity, exploration and independence. Outdoors, children have plenty of space to continue their learning, from tending to vegetable patches to enjoying dedicated play areas and activities.

As Nursery Manager, you’ll take overall responsibility for the setting, maintaining its Outstanding Ofsted standards while creating a positive environment where children receive exceptional care and your team feel supported to do their best work.

What We’re Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Previous Nursery Manager experience is essential
• A strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Experience maintaining and developing high standards across an Early Years setting
• Confident leadership with the ability to motivate, support and develop a nursery team
• Strong knowledge of safer recruitment, compliance and day-to-day nursery operations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with families and colleagues
• A commitment to creating environments where children can be curious, confident and independent learners

What You’ll Receive

• Salary up to £50,000
• Pension scheme
• Discounted childcare
• Funded training and development
• Monthly incentives
• Long service awards
• Regular team events
• On-site parking

Leading an Outstanding Nursery

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Maintain and build upon the setting’s Outstanding Ofsted standards
• Lead, support and develop the nursery team
• Ensure the EYFS is delivered to a consistently high standard
• Oversee safeguarding, compliance, ratios and health and safety
• Support staff development through coaching, supervision and ongoing feedback
• Ensure indoor and outdoor environments remain engaging and purposeful
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community
• Manage staffing, occupancy and the operational needs of the nursery
• Drive continuous improvement while protecting the nurturing culture of the setting

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL258228/DB