Head of Nursery (Nursery Manager) Worksop

Cherubs Nurseries; Worksop; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherubs Nurseries is seeking a passionate Head of Nursery in Worksop to lead their team in delivering high-quality early years education. This family-run business values child development and community engagement, offering opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment. With strong emphasis on safeguarding and quality childcare, the role demands strong leadership skills and a commitment to the nursery's vision.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

30% off childcare at Cherubs Nurseries

Long-service awards for 5+ years service

Annual “Me Day” after 1 year’s service

Electric Car Scheme (for those eligible)

Free healthy lunch, made by our Nursery Chef

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within an early years setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Passion for child development and early education.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursery management and childcare team, ensuring high service standards.
• Monitor planning and observations through the nursery app.
• Supervise and mentor staff to uphold nursery values.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare

Safeguarding

Team Management

Communication

Education

Early Years Qualification

Job description

Head of Nursery (Nursery Manager) Worksop

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Ready to lead with passion, purpose, and heart? We’re looking for a dedicated early years leader to guide our team, support our families, and champion the best start in life for every child.

About Us

Established in 1993, Cherubs Nurseries is a family-run business on a mission to give all children the personalities, skills and experiences they need to take on the world, without limitations. Central to our approach (inspired by Montessori, Hygge, Reggio and Forest School) is our Community Life work which aims to make the communities we serve better places to live, work and grow up in. From annual fundraising events to community clean ups and a robust Sustainability Action Plan.

We know it takes a village to raise a child and we want our nurseries to be reflective of our communities. We champion diversity in the early years sector and are driven to bring more men into early years, supporting MITEY to achieve a mixed-gender early years workforce.

Why work at Cherubs Nurseries?

Family-run business, but with all the benefits you would expect from a bigger group!

Committed to taking people where they want to go - from personalised professional development pathways to continuous internal training.

Experienced and long-standing teams - plenty of support whilst you get to grips with Cherubs Nurseries.

Opportunity to progress and transfer internally - whether that’s within your current nursery or to another team or nursery within the group.

Exceptional early years environments - we heavily invest in our nurseries to ensure they align with our approach and curriculum and are the best places to work for our team.

Proactive and forward-thinking culture - we’re committed to making Cherubs Nurseries a great place to work.

Supportive Head Office and Central Support teams - reducing your paperwork and time in the office.

Cherubs Nurseries Rewards And Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

30% off childcare at Cherubs Nurseries

Long-service awards for 5+ years service

Annual “Me Day” after 1 year’s service

Electric Car Scheme (for those eligible)

Free healthy lunch, made by our Nursery Chef

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead the nursery management, childcare team and nursery support team in providing an amazing service for both our children and families. Ensure the whole setting runs to a consistent high standard.

Be responsible for robust safeguarding practices, ensuring policies are adhered to at all times.

Manage and deploy staff effectively using a weekly rota.

Monitor the nurseries planning and observations using the nursery app.

Embrace and implement the Cherubs Nurseries’ vision, values and brand promises ensuring you promote these in all aspects of your role.

Supervise and appraise the team keeping them motivated whilst challenging any behaviours.

Mentor your team and always demonstrate best practice.

Passionate about giving children the best start in life? So are we. If you’re nurturing, dedicated, and ready to help little minds grow, we’d love to welcome you to our team. Apply now and start making a difference every single day.

Disclaimer: Cherubs Nurseries is committed to upholding a safe and compliant workforce and business. All roles require: the right to work in the United Kingdom, the completion of a “Keeping Children Safe” Form, a DBS and at least 2 satisfactory employment references. Some roles may also require a 5-year employment history.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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