Nursery Manager

An opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join a well-established childcare provider with multiple nurseries supporting early years education from birth to school age.

As a Nursery Manager, nursery operations, safeguarding, and team development to deliver outstanding early years provision, working closely with senior leadership to ensure high-quality day-to-day running of the setting.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £39,250 - £45,850 and benefits.

You will be responsible for

? Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practices are embedded across the setting
? Managing child protection concerns, records, referrals, and liaison with external agencies
? Embedding a strong safeguarding culture across the team, ensuring ongoing awareness and training
? Overseeing health and safety standards, including risk assessments, inspections, and incident reporting
? Supporting delivery of high-quality early years education aligned with statutory frameworks and best practice
? Ensuring engaging, age-appropriate learning environments that support children's development
? Supporting occupancy planning, enquiries, and overall nursery place management
? Contributing to financial processes including fee administration and budget awareness
? Supporting preparation for regulatory inspections and continuous improvement activity
? Supporting recruitment, induction, and ongoing professional development of staff


What we are looking for

? Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager or in a similar role.
? At least 2 years of PQE in within a nursery setting
? A relevant Early Years qualification at level 3 or above
? Must have level 2 maths qualification


? Background in early years practice with leadership or management experience
? A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage competing demands
? Right to work in the UK and willi