Nursery Manager

WMJobs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham, WMJobs, is seeking a passionate Nursery Manager for a full-time role at Hillstone Junior & Infant School. This role provides leadership and supports a small team dedicated to early years’ education, ensuring compliance with safeguarding regulations and maintaining the highest standards of care. Offering a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional development, candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and be committed to nurturing children in a supportive environment. Application details are available on their website.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Ongoing CPD and professional development

Plentiful on-site parking

Free meals for staff

A two-week break for October half-term

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or senior leader in an early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS.
• Committed to safeguarding and the well-being of every child.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring excellence.
• Deliver a high-quality, child-led curriculum inspired by EYFS.
• Manage planning, assessments, and learning journeys tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Education

Minimum Level 3 in Early Years

Level 5 or above desirable

Job description

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Nursery Manager

Full time position: Term Time only plus 4 weeks. 8.00 - 4.45pm

Hillstone Junior & Infant School,

Nursery Manager

Full time position: Term Time only plus 4 weeks. 8.00 - 4.45pm

Fixed term from Monday 1st September 2025 until 31.8.2026 (with a possibility of becoming permanent).

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday 8.00 – 16.45

Salary Range (P16–P20) £29,572-£31,067

We’re looking for a truly exceptional Nursery Manager — someone who lives and breathes early years’ education, thrives in outdoor settings, and leads with confidence, passion, and care.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and safety are met at all times. You will lead a small, dedicated team, nurture strong relationships with families, and ensure the nursery remains a magical place for children to explore, grow, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring excellence across all areas Deliver a high-quality, child-led curriculum inspired by Hillstone’s Values and the EYFS Lead and support a small team, promoting a positive culture Maintain a strong safeguarding ethos and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards Build meaningful relationships with children, parents, and external partners Manage planning, assessments, and learning journeys tailored to individual needs Ensure the indoor and outdoor environment is safe, enriching, and reflective of children’s interests Take ownership of the setting’s performance, reputation, and continuous improvement Attending and taking a lead at open evenings and parent evenings.
  
  
  

About You

Minimum Level 3 in Early Years (Level 5 or above desirable) Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or senior leader in an early years setting Strong knowledge of EYFS Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills A genuine love for working with children Committed to safeguarding and the well-being of every child Confident, creative, and adaptable with high professional standards

What We Offer

Competitive salary package A senior leadership team that truly believes a school is built on its Foundation Stage Supportive working environment with autonomy and trust Small class sizes and a focused age group Ongoing CPD and professional development Opportunities to shape and grow the future of the setting Plentiful on-site parking Free meals for staff A two-week break for October half-term (allowing cheaper holidays) If you’re ready to lead something truly special and have the passion, drive, and expertise to match — we want to hear from you.

Application form and supporting documentation available on our website: www.hillstone.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 23rd June at midday. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 30th June 25.

Please forward completed application form to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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