Brand-New Nursery Manager: Lead Opening & Build Your Team

TeacherActive; Royston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Birthday leave

Annual awards

Free on-site parking

Wellbeing support

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery opening in Royston, Hertfordshire. You will manage day-to-day operations, recruit and develop staff, and ensure exceptional care and education for children from opening onward.

The role requires strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding experience, and leadership ability. Salary is £40,000–£44,000 with a 40-hour week and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or higher.
• Minimum of 2 years' nursery management experience.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework and safeguarding.
• Paediatric First Aid (12-hour) qualification and Enhanced DBS required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the nursery and ensure safe, effective running.
• Recruit, onboard, support and develop a high-quality Early Years team.
• Manage staff rotas and day-to-day operational needs.
• Implement nursery policies and EYFS compliance.
• Embed a child-centred, play-based curriculum across the setting.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Prepare the nursery for inspections and maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Staff management

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

iPads

Biometric systems

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery opening in Royston, Hertfordshire. You will manage day-to-day operations, recruit and develop staff, and ensure exceptional care and education for children from opening onward.

The role requires strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding experience, and leadership ability. Salary is £40,000–£44,000 with a 40-hour week and opportunities for professional development.