About our Clients
This lovely growing Nursery Provider is now looking for a Nursery Area Manager to support settings based in the Nottingham, Northampton and surrounding areas. Working alongside the COO and Directors you will manage and support the Nursery Managers in their day to day running of their settings, together with focusing on quality, safeguarding, curriculum, compliance, and supporting in Ofsted Inspections.
You will need to have experience of multi - site setting support, a car driver, and passionate about supporting the team in the growth of the Nursery Group. Salary is up to £60k depending on experience
What are Clients are looking for
Essential for the Senior Nursery / Area Manager Role
- Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
- Minimum 6 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role, and at least 1 year as supporting and leading across multiple settings
- Experience leading Ofsted inspections
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
- Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
- Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
- Car Driver
Ideal Senior Nursery / Area Manager Candidate
- Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
- Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across multi settings
- Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
- Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
- Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff
Apply today to lead a nursery as the Senior Nursery Manager / Area Manager and make a real difference in children’s early years!
Senior Nursery / Area Manager Benefits and Perks
- Company Pension
- Employee Discounted Childcare
- 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexibility to work around your life commitments
- Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Management: 2 years (preferred)
- Nursery: 6 years (preferred)
- Early childhood education: 6 years (preferred)
- Childcare: 6 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (preferred)
Work Location: In person
