Early Years Manager – Full-time

About Early Years Ltd.; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager for a busy Colchester nursery. This full-time, permanent role asks you to lead a dedicated team, ensure high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding in line with the EYFS framework, and drive ongoing improvements across the setting.

You will manage daily operations, support staff development, maintain Ofsted readiness, and build strong relationships with parents and external professionals to support children's development.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery management or senior leadership within an Early Years setting.
• Relevant Level 3+ Early Years qualification (Level 5/6 desirable).
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure the nursery provides a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Maintain high standards of childcare, learning and development in line with EYFS.

Skills

Nursery management experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding expertise

Leadership skills

Team development

Child development passion

Proactive approach

Education

Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above)

Job description

Nursery Manager - Colchester

Full-Time | Permanent | Immediate Opportunity

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Nursery Manager to join a welcoming nursery setting in Colchester on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about childcare, leadership and creating a positive environment where children can thrive.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure the nursery provides a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Maintain high standards of childcare, learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Build positive relationships with parents, families and external professionals.
• Monitor children's development and ensure individual learning needs are supported.
• Manage staff rotas, recruitment, training and performance where required.
• Ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements and relevant statutory regulations.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or Senior Leadership role within an Early Years setting.
• A relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (Level 5 or 6 desirable).
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing and developing a team.
• A genuine passion for children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• A proactive approach with the ability to maintain high standards of care and education.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a nursery team.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's early development.

Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time