About our Clients
Based in the Gloucester and surrounding area our Clients are looking for an experienced Senior / Area Manager to join the team in supporting the managers in their day to day running of their settings, together with focusing on quality, safeguarding, curriculum, compliance, and supporting in Ofsted Inspections. The role will also be supporting the setting in one of the managers absence, together with working with the Directors in the future growth of the group. Based on a 40 hour 5 day a week role, salary is being offered up to £50k depending on experience with great benefits.
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.
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!
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gloucester, Gloucestershire: 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:
- Gloucester, Gloucestershire (preferred)
Work Location: In person
