Nursery Manager (Full-Time)
Salary: £36000-£46000 (DOE) + Welcome Bonus (£200) + up to 50% Childcare Discount
Start date: ASAP
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: On-site
Want a Nursery Manager role where you're trusted to lead, supported to grow, and actually rewarded for the work you do?
We are a warm, vibrant nursery with a strong team culture and a real focus on children's safety, learning and enjoyment. We're looking for a confident Nursery Manager who can lead the setting, inspire a team, and deliver consistently high-quality practice.
About us
At our nursery, children are encouraged to discover, explore, create and imagine in a safe, nurturing environment. We’re proud of our purpose-built space (including themed rooms, a large outdoor area, and engaging learning experiences) and our keyworker approach, which helps every child feel secure and supported. We build strong relationships with families and value genuine parent partnership.
What you'll be doing
- Lead the nursery day-to-day, ensuring high standards across all rooms
- Support, coach and develop your team to deliver outstanding practice
- Oversee planning, EYFS delivery, observations and assessments
- Ensure full safeguarding, welfare and compliance at all times
- Build strong relationships with parents/carers and the wider community
- Manage staff performance, training and recruitment
- Work strategically with owners/directors to drive quality and outcomes
What we're looking for
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) – essential
- Proven Nursery Manager or strong Deputy ready to step up
- Excellent knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
- Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills
- A positive role model who leads by example and motivates others
What you'll get
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Welcome Bonus (details discussed at interview)
- Up to 50% childcare discount (half-price childcare fees for your child)
- Paid training + ongoing CPD (including leadership development)
- Progression opportunities within the setting
- Additional staff perks offered throughout the year (may include wellbeing initiatives, recognition rewards and access to savings/discounts with selected providers)
Pay: £36,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a Level 3 qualification or above in Childcare/EYFS?
Experience:
- Nursery Management: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
