Nursery Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join a values-driven early years setting known for its pioneering approach to education.

As a Nursery Manager, you will lead and manage all nursery staff, including performance monitoring and development.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £45,000 - £48,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

? Oversee curriculum planning in line with EYFS and inclusive learning principles.
? Monitor teaching quality and ensure positive outcomes for all children.
? Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring full compliance with safeguarding policies.
? Maintain strong relationships with parents, carers, and external partners.
? Manage daily operations, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
? Collaborate on financial planning and manage nursery budgets.
? Implement marketing strategies to support enrolment and community engagement.
? Support staff recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training.


What we are looking for:

? Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager, Nursery Head, Head of Nursery or in a similar role.
? Minimum 2 years experience as a Head, and/or at least 5 years experience as a Deputy Head in Early Years.
? Background in staff management, performance evaluation, and policy implementation.
? Hold Level 3 qualification in Early Years and working towards Level 4.
? Strong knowledge of EYFS, curriculum planning, and child development
? In-depth understanding of safeguarding, SEN provision, and equality practices.
? Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment trained.
? Enhanced DBs check.


What's on offer:

? Competitive salary
? Generous annual leave
? Pension scheme
? Childcare discount
? Staff meals and refreshments
? Free on-site parking
? Health and wellbeing support
? Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
? Supportive leadershi