Area Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in early years education is seeking a dynamic Nursery Area Manager to oversee nurseries in the Cambridgeshire region. This role offers the chance to inspire excellence and empower teams, with a focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families. Competitive salary, generous car allowance, and opportunities for career growth and development are included.

Benefits

Industry-Leading Salary

Generous Car Allowance

Attractive Bonus Scheme

Career Growth & Development

Tailored Induction Programme

Outstanding Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Significant experience in nursery or early years management.
• Ability to lead with empathy, purpose, and professionalism.
• Experience in fast-paced, multi-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to nursery managers.
• Champion high standards in care, education, and safeguarding.
• Oversee performance management and staff development across multiple sites.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Professionalism

Multi-site Management

Quality Assurance

Job description

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Are you an experienced and passionate leader in early years education? Ready to take the next step in your career with an organisation that truly values quality, growth, and people?

We’re looking for a dynamic Nursery Area Manager to join our expanding team and oversee a group of exceptional nurseries across the beautiful Cambridgeshire region.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to inspire excellence, empower teams, and help shape the future of early years education.

What You’ll Get:

• Industry-Leading Salary – We reward your experience and impact with competitive pay.
• Generous Car Allowance – Supporting your flexibility and travel needs.
• Attractive Bonus Scheme – Because great leadership deserves recognition.
• Career Growth & Development – Clear paths to progress in a growing, values-driven organisation.
• Tailored Induction Programme – We’ll set you up for success from day one.
• Outstanding Company Benefits – A range of perks that support your health, well-being, and professional journey.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to nursery managers.
• Champion high standards in care, education, and safeguarding.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Oversee performance management and staff development across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Build strong relationships with teams, stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Drive quality assurance, self-evaluation, and readiness for Ofsted inspections.
• Lead recruitment and team-building to strengthen each setting.
• Support implementation of local authority funding and legislation.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has significant experience in nursery or early years management.
• Leads with empathy, purpose, and professionalism.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Is deeply committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.
• Understands the bigger picture while never losing sight of the little details.

If you’re ready to bring your leadership to a team that’s passionate about quality early education, values your contribution, and supports your professional journey, we’d love to hear from you.