Nursery Manager Littlehampton

Engage Education are looking for a Nursery Manager to work in a friendly nursery in Littlehampton. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring the team to provide exceptional care and Early Years education for young children. You will oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports each child’s development. Your leadership will help shape the Nursery’s ethos, maintain high standards, and foster strong relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community.

If you’re excited to be part of a dynamic, child-centred setting that values outdoor learning and creative exploration, we’d love to hear from you!

Main Duties:

• Ensure a high standard of care, education, and EYFS delivery within the setting
• Manage and support nursery staff, promoting a nurturing environment while ensuring compliance with childcare regulations and quality standards
• Responsible for safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the setting and working with outside agencies when required
• Maintain high health, safety and hygiene standards, including daily checks and accurate record-keeping
• Liaise professionally with parents/carers, promoting strong partnerships
• Plan and deliver stimulating activities that support children’s development
• Monitor individual child progress and ensure inclusive, tailored planning
• Support children’s welfare, including personal care and nutrition
• Organise safe, well-managed outings and external activities
• Ensure confidentiality and uphold all nursery policies and procedures
• Be a key holder and respond to emergencies as required
• Collaborate with external professionals and participate in ongoing staff training

Requirements:

• Experience in being a Nursery Manager in a nursery setting
• A minimum of level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A passion for Early Years Education

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply:

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance was provided.

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Job Type: Full-time

Hours & Salary

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

£38,626-£41,545 per annum

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Pay: £38,626.00-£41,511.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person