Nursery Manager

Nexter Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery service provider in Bradford is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality care for children. Key responsibilities include managing the team, compliance oversight, and parent communication. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 Early Years qualification and proven management experience. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to lead and develop a nursery team

Supportive working environment

Rewarding role in early years education

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in an early years setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted requirements, and health & safety standards.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the nursery.
• Support the team and foster a collaborative working environment.
• Ensure high-quality care and development for the children.
• Lead by example and supervise all aspects of nursery management.
• Oversee compliance, staff training, and parent communication.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Overview

Join a well-established, small nursery in South Bradford caring for approximately 15 children. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, supporting the team, and ensuring high-quality care and development for the children. You will lead by example, overseeing all aspects of nursery management including compliance, staff training, and parent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the nursery
• Support the team and foster a collaborative working environment
• Ensure high-quality care and development for the children
• Lead by example and supervise all aspects of nursery management
• Oversee compliance, staff training, and parent communication

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential)
• Proven management experience in an early years setting
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a small team
• Knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted requirements, and health & safety standards
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare and fostering a nurturing environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to lead and develop a small, close-knit nursery team
• Supportive working environment focused on professional development
• Rewarding role making a real difference in children's early years education