Nursery Manager – Ash Tree Day Nursery, Blacon
Salary: £34,640 per year
Hours: 38 hours per week over 4 days
Working hours: 7:30am – 6:00pm
Location: Ash Tree Day Nursery, Blacon
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our team at Ash Tree Day Nursery in Blacon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional who is committed to working with children, supporting and developing a team, and creating a nurturing environment where children are happy, safe and able to thrive.
Working 38 hours across four days each week, you will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the nursery, while also being supported in your ongoing development and progression.
What You’ll Be Doing -
As Nursery Manager, you will play a central role in the nursery, providing strong and positive leadership while working closely with your team to maintain high standards of care and education. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, motivating and supporting the nursery team to deliver high-quality care and learning experiences
- Creating a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment for every child
- Ensuring high standards of safeguarding, health, safety and wellbeing across the nursery
- Ensuring compliance with EYFS, Ofsted and all relevant regulatory requirements
- Supporting, mentoring and developing staff to help them reach their potential
- Managing staffing, rotas and the smooth day-to-day operation of the nursery
- Building strong and positive relationships with parents and carers
- Supporting occupancy levels and enhancing the nursery’s reputation within the local community
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring policies and procedures are followed
- Continually identifying opportunities to improve the nursery and the experiences offered to children
What We’re Looking For -
We are looking for someone confident, approachable and passionate about early years. Ideally, you will have:
- A Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
- Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager or other senior early years role
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding requirements
- Experience in leading, motivating and developing a team
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Confidence in managing the operational responsibilities of a busy nursery
- A genuine passion for giving children the very best start in life
Most importantly, we are looking for a manager who will be a positive presence in the nursery, supporting their team, understanding their children and families, and helping Ash Tree Day Nursery to be a great place to learn, work and grow.
What We Offer -
We believe great nurseries are built by great people, and we are committed to supporting and valuing our team. As Nursery Manager, you will receive:
- £34,640 annual salary, with competitive pay and regular performance-based reviews
- A four-day working week (38 hours per week)
- 50% discounted childcare for your children
- Holiday bonus scheme
- SimplyHealth Medical Scheme, including 24/7 GP access and annual allowances towards private medical and dental treatment
- Extensive ongoing training and mentoring
- Support with further qualifications and continuous professional development
- A supportive team environment with long-term progression opportunities
The Interview Process -
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to prepare a short presentation introducing themselves, their experience, and what they feel they could bring to the nursery. We would also like to hear your ideas, your approach to leadership, and how you would support the nursery’s development and success. Full details will be provided to candidates invited to interview.
Interested?
If you are an experienced early years professional looking for an opportunity to lead a team, contribute your ideas and make a meaningful difference to children, families and colleagues, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
Pay: £34,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years (required)
Work Location: In person
