Nursery Manager

N Family Club; Ascot; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Ascot is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee operations and lead a team in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day nursery operations, ensuring compliance, and promoting the N Curriculum. The ideal candidate has leadership experience, a Level 3 Early Years qualification, and a passion for education. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to shape early years education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Flexible working options

Up to 35 days holiday

Annual learning fund

Clothing allowance

Enhanced family leave

Childcare discount

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within early years education, ideally in a managerial role (2 years).
• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant).
• Paediatric First Aid certification (12 hours) and a commitment to maintain it.
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh).
• Confidence in managing budgets, team, and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all aspects of nursery operations.
• Driving the delivery of our play-based N Curriculum.
• Developing and inspiring your team through coaching.
• Building strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Ensuring the highest standards of health and safety.

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Passion for early years education

Empathy

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery Manager

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As a Nursery Manager, you’ll lead a passionate team to create a safe, inspiring, and nurturing environment for children and families. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the nursery, championing the N Curriculum, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with heart and vision, while growing your career with our support and development pathways.

What you’ll be doing…

Leading and managing all aspects of nursery operations, including team deployment/ rotas, budgets, and compliance

Driving the delivery of our play-based N Curriculum, ensuring every child thrives

Developing and inspiring your team through coaching, training, and performance management

Building strong partnerships with families and the local community

Ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements are met

Overseeing smooth daily routines and an engaging, safe learning environment

Managing recruitment, inductions, and team retention

Monitoring quality and implementing continuous improvement plans

Reporting to senior leadership and contributing to wider organisational goals

Our Nursery Managers should have…

Proven leadership experience within early years education, ideally in a managerial role (2 years)

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)

Paediatric First Aid certification (12 hours) and a commitment to maintain it

Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh)

Strong organisational and communication skills

A genuine passion for early years education and team development

Ability to lead by example with positivity, empathy, and professionalism

Confidence in managing budgets, team, and operational procedures

The N Advantage

Competitive salary – £39,520 - £60,008, based on experience and dedication

Performance bonus of up to 25% of base salary, plus £1,000 for Ofsted ‘Outstanding’

Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for work-life balance

Up to 35 days holiday - including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure

£100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)

£100 clothing allowance for style freedom!

Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more

40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually

And that’s not all!

5-year loyalty bonus - around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off

10-year loyalty bonus - ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off

Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire

Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more

Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme

Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness

Why N Ascot? Our 130-place brand new nursery will be opening in 2026, in the heart of Ascot, Berkshire. Making an impact… At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.

We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we’re building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.

Join N Family Club today and help us reshape early education for the better. Department Nursery Management Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Ascot, Berkshire Workplace type Onsite Compensation £39,520 - £60,008 / year

What's next?

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About N Family Club

We began with a dream. To be the highest quality, and most loved, early years education group in the UK. We imagined a future of early years education that was different. Where a focused, curriculum-led approach would inspire big dreamers and big career movers. Where children are prepared for this ever-changing, modern world and where people come to life when they come to work!