We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated Nursery Manager to lead a friendly Early Years team at a beautiful rural nursery in Somerset. The role will be a fixed 1 year contact, 38 hours a week across 4 days.
The nursery offers children the opportunity to learn, play and explore in a nurturing environment. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to helping every child thrive.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who is committed to delivering exceptional care for young children. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care, learning and safeguarding, while creating a positive and supportive environment for children, families and colleagues.
About the Role
As Nursery Manager, you will:
- Provide strong, inspirational leadership to the nursery team.
- Ensure the nursery consistently meets all statutory, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and care in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Lead, motivate and develop staff through coaching, supervision and performance management.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and the wider community.
- Ensure the nursery remains a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment for every child.
About You
The nursery is looking for someone who has:
- A relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification as a minimum (Level 5 or above is desirable).
- Previous experience in a Nursery Manager
- A thorough understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- A passion for providing outstanding early years education and care.
- The ability to inspire and support a team to achieve their very best.
What the Nursery Offers:
The nursery offers a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- Private health care.
- 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
- Ongoing training, learning and career development opportunities.
- Monthly employee raffle with exciting prizes.
- Reduced gym membership to help you stay active and healthy.
- A complimentary one-night stay at one of our hotel locations.
- Discounts on childcare within our Early Years Settings and Children's Holiday Club.
- Preferential rates when hiring our beautiful wedding and events venue.
- Free access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support.
- Employer pension contributions to help you plan for the future.
- Exclusive discounts available.
Apply Today!
If you are an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years leader looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming rural nursery, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us provide an outstanding start in life for every child.
INDWD
Pay: £44,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
