Area Manager – Leading Nursery Organisation up to 55k + Car allowance

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Area Manager to lead a cluster of nurseries in Norfolk. This pivotal role offers the chance to shape the future of childcare, ensuring excellence and fostering growth across multiple sites. With a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and generous perks including a car allowance and discounted childcare, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a rapidly expanding organization. If you are passionate about childcare and possess outstanding leadership skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

Discounted childcare

Full travel expenses

Career progression opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in managing nurseries or early years settings.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire nursery managers to achieve excellence.
• Oversee operational effectiveness and drive standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Management Experience

Passion for Childcare

Flexibility and Resilience

Job description

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Area Manager – Leading Nursery Organisation up to 55k + Car allowance, Norwich

Client:

Olympus Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Norfolk (4 settings)

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with one of the UK’s fastest-growing nursery organisations? With a remarkable portfolio of over 100 nurseries and ambitious plans to open 30-50 new nurseries in the next 12 months, we are looking for a dynamic Area Manager to lead a cluster of 4 nurseries in Norfolk.

This is more than just a role; it’s a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of childcare in the region, ensuring excellence, fostering growth, and achieving outstanding results across multiple sites.

About the Role

As Area Manager, you will:

• Lead and Inspire: Provide strong leadership and guidance to nursery managers, fostering a culture of excellence and passion for childcare.
• Drive Standards: Oversee operational effectiveness to achieve outstanding Ofsted ratings and exceed regulatory requirements.
• Deliver Results: Implement innovative strategies to boost occupancy, enhance staff development, and ensure financial sustainability.
• Travel and Flexibility: Manage a demanding schedule across your designated nurseries, with regular travel and occasional overnight stays.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Expertise: Large single-site or multi-site management experience in nurseries or early years settings.
• Leadership Skills: A true leader who can inspire teams, mentor managers, and raise standards across all nurseries.
• Passion for Childcare: A strong commitment to providing outstanding early education and a genuine love for fostering children’s development.
• Flexibility and Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Generous Perks: Discounted childcare, car allowance, and full travel expenses.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for personal development and a clear pathway to Regional Director level.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of an organisation that values your skills, ideas, and aspirations.

Our client is a dynamic and ambitious nursery organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional early years care and education. This is your chance to join a fast-paced, rapidly expanding organisation where your impact will be felt and celebrated.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a true passion for childcare, outstanding leadership skills, and the drive to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.