DAVISON DAY NURSERY
Selborne Road
Worthing
BN11 2JX
Nursery Manager from September 2026
Full time post
Salary £34,584 p.a
For Term time only (£40,872 FTE)
Davison Day nursery is a small friendly independent nursery based on the site of Davison C.E. High School for Girls in East Worthing. The Nursery is at the heart of the community with the community at its heart. We provide a very high standard of childcare for babies and children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our valued team of dedicated professionals create a safe, educational, fun and inclusive environment for all. The nursery is open from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm and the staff work on a fair rota system.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to take over from our committed Nursery Manager of 23 years’ service. He/she will lead the nursery staff team and manage the day to day running of the nursery, while continuing to bring new ideas for further improvements and development of the setting. An excellent communicator, with proven management skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities for the postholder.
What can Davison Day Nursery offer you?
· Term time only working, excellent work/life balance
· To work in a well-established, secure and friendly environment housed in modern, well-equipped accommodation with excellent outdoor facilities.
· Free on-site parking
· Local train station and bus services within easy walking distance
· To receive a comprehensive induction & training package from the current Manager
· Continuing Professional Development and training is actively encouraged
· Priority childcare places for your children
· Autonomy for decision making, supported by Management Committee
· Support from the school for ICT, Premises maintenance, Finance and HR
· Some flexibility for working hours.
The Nursery is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted Early Years.
Davison Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with “Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruiting”
If you are interested in applying for this exciting role, and would like to visit the nursery to find out more, please telephone Mrs Louise Payne on 01903 820260 in the first instance. Application form, Job Description and further information will be sent to you on request . E-mail: [email protected]. Closing date for applications 22nd June 2026.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £34,584.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Work Location: In person
