Nursery Manager (Childcare – Flying Start)
Location: Ely, Cardiff
Hours: 35 hours per week (Term-Time Only, 8:30am – 4:00pm)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Essential Requirements (Please Apply Only If You Meet These)
- Level 3 qualification (or above) in Childcare
- Minimum 2 years’ post-qualified experience in a nursery/childcare setting
- Previous managerial experience
- Strong organisational, communication, and team management skills
- Passionate about delivering high-quality childcare
Desirable
- Level 5 qualification in Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
- Ability to communicate in Welsh or other community languages
About the Company
Little Angels is a high-quality Flying Start provider with 9 term-time settings across Cardiff. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare and creating a supportive, development-focused environment for both children and staff.
The Role
We are seeking a confident and motivated Setting Leader to manage our setting in Ely based at Herbert Thompsons primary school Cardiff. You will lead by example, support your team, and work closely with the Area Setting Leader to ensure the highest standards of care and education.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the setting
- Open and close the setting as required
- Supervise, mentor, and support staff development
- Maintain high standards of record-keeping and compliance
- Ensure adherence to health & safety policies and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively with other Cardiff-based settings
- Liaise with external professionals (e.g. Speech & Language, Health Services)
What We Offer
- Full-time, term-time only contract
- No weekend work
- Paid overtime
- Staff Christmas event (company funded)
- Discounted childcare across all settings
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Support from specialist advisory teams and external agencies
Our Culture
We are committed to supporting our staff through continuous development, training, and a collaborative team environment. Your ideas and input are valued and help shape the future of our organisation.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups, including young people, local communities, disabled individuals, carers, and those from BAME and LGBT+ communities.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV to be considered. Full job descriptions will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,532.99-£23,310.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Experience:
- post qualified childcare: 2 years (required)
- Management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare & Development (required)
Work Location: In person
