Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager – Early Years Leader

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per year

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager passionate about leading a high-quality early years setting? Our client is seeking a committed and dynamic childcare professional to oversee the day-to-day operations of their nursery and drive continuous improvement across all areas of practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident early years leader to make a lasting impact in a well-established and nurturing environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualification: Level 3 Early Years Educator (or equivalent) – essential

• Experience: Proven leadership experience in a nursery or early childhood education setting

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and best practices in early years development

• Skills: Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills

• Mindset: Passionate, child-focused, and committed to providing inclusive, high-quality education and care

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Manage daily nursery operations to ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children, staff, and families

• Curriculum Oversight: Lead the planning and delivery of a creative, developmentally appropriate curriculum in line with EYFS

• Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and support a team of early years practitioners, fostering professional growth and accountability

• Parental Engagement: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers through open communication and partnership

• Compliance & Safeguarding: Maintain high standards of health & safety, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Ofsted, EYFS, ratios, policies)

Reference: WILL117977/TH

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