Lead Early Years Nursery Manager

Every; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Longford Park Primary Academy – Little Learners, part of the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance, is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a 2–4-year-old program at Longford Park Primary Academy. The role is 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a starting salary of £29,382.

You will drive high-quality early years education, ensure Ofsted compliance, and mentor staff while collaborating with families and external professionals to support every child's development.

Qualifications

• Approved qualification at Level 3 or above - Early Years Educator Status
• Minimum of 2 year’s experience in an Early Years setting ideally as Manager or deputy Manager or equivalent responsible role
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A passion for learning through play and child development

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team to deliver outstanding childcare and early years education
• Create a stimulating, creative and nurturing environment where children can flourish
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain the highest standards of quality, safeguarding and care
• Work in partnership with parents, carers and external professionals to support every child's development
• Mentor, develop and empower staff, building a team of highly skilled early years practitioners
• Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction and growth of the nursery
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety standards

Skills

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3+ EYFS Early Years Educator Status

Job description

Longford Park Primary Academy – Little Learners, part of the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance, is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a 2–4-year-old program at Longford Park Primary Academy. The role is 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a starting salary of £29,382.

You will drive high-quality early years education, ensure Ofsted compliance, and mentor staff while collaborating with families and external professionals to support every child's development.