Location: Tilbury
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Salary: From £38,000 per Year
About the Opportunity
As part of our continued nursery expansion, we are looking for an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and inspiring leader who is committed to delivering exceptional early years education and childcare. If you are enthusiastic about supporting children's development and leading a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.
Role Overview
As the Nursery Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and regulatory compliance are maintained. You will lead and motivate a committed team, foster strong relationships with families, and ensure the nursery operates efficiently while providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, mentor, and support the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years education and childcare.
- Ensure full compliance with EYFS, Ofsted regulations, safeguarding policies, and all statutory requirements.
- Manage staffing requirements, rota planning, recruitment activities, and employee performance management.
- Maintain exceptional standards of care, learning, and development for all children within the setting.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, carers, local authorities, and external agencies.
- Oversee nursery administration, occupancy levels, budgeting, and financial performance.
- Promote an inclusive, positive, and nurturing environment that supports both children and staff.
Candidate RequirementsEssential Skills & Experience
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (Level 5 or Level 6 qualification is highly desirable).
- Previous experience working as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.
- Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and Ofsted standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- Genuine passion for early years education, child development, and delivering high-quality childcare.
Benefits
- Competitive salary starting from £38,000 per annum.
- Full-time role with 40 hours per week.
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Clear career progression pathways within a growing organisation.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and committed early years professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please submit your cv here on indeed.
Pay: £37,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have level 3 or above Early Years qualification (Level 5/6 desirable) ?
- Do you have Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager Experience ?
Work Location: In person
