Nursery Manager

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare recruitment agency is seeking a Nursery Manager in Alfreton, UK. This role requires overseeing the nursery's daily operations, delivering a nurturing environment, and leading a dedicated staff team. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £36,000 and various benefits, including discounted childcare and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Clear progression and development pathways

Competitive salary of £36,000

Discounted childcare

Enhanced parental leave

Additional day off for birthday

Supportive wellbeing programme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager with good and outstanding Ofsted ratings.
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• A genuine passion for creating inspiring learning opportunities for young children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily running of the nursery ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Lead and mentor staff embedding best practices.
• Build positive relationships with families for excellent communication.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of EYFS framework

Communication abilities

Organisational abilities

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Nursery Manager – Salary: £36,000

If you’re looking for a role where your leadership shapes children’s early experiences, this Nursery Manager position offers exactly that. You’ll be at the heart of a nurturing setting where age-specific rooms, natural resources and both indoor and outdoor learning spaces come together to create meaningful, curiosity-filled experiences for children. Supported by a warm, dedicated and qualified team, you’ll guide a setting that champions exploration, development and confidence from the very start.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or above).
• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, with a track record of achieving good and outstanding Ofsted ratings.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate and empower a team.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• A genuine passion for creating inspiring learning opportunities for young children.

Perks, Benefits & Reasons to Join

• Clear progression and development pathways.
• Competitive salary of £36,000.
• Discounted childcare to support your family.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• An additional day off to celebrate your birthday.
• A supportive wellbeing programme.
• Pension scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Lead, mentor and support staff, embedding best practice across the team.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance and quality assurance.
• Build positive relationships with families, ensuring excellent communication and partnership.
• Manage budgets, resources and staffing in line with organisational expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement to secure outstanding outcomes for children.