Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager - Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

Are you a passionate early years professional ready to lead a nursery team and give young children the best possible start in life?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Manager to lead a welcoming, nurturing nursery within a well-established independent school setting in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire.

The Role

You will oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, lead and support staff, and create a safe, stimulating environment where children aged 12 months to 4 years can learn, play and thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team.
Deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum in line with the EYFS framework.
Maintain safeguarding, health and safety standards and regulatory compliance.
Monitor children's development and support smooth transitions into Reception.
Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
Manage staffing, rotas, resources and daily nursery operations.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification; Level 5 or above desirable.
Significant experience working in an early years setting.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
Excellent communication, organisational and team leadership skills.
A warm, proactive and nurturing approach to supporting children and families.

Paediatric First Aid and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training are desirable, with a willingness to obtain relevant training where required.

Working Pattern & Benefits

Term-time working across 36 weeks, plus 6 weeks of holiday club.
Monday to Friday, with hours aligned to nursery provision between approximately 8:00am and 6:00pm on a rota.
The opportunity to shape early years provision within a supportive school community.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Role: Nursery Manager

If you are ready to inspire a team, champion children's development and make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your early years leadership career in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire.

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