Nursery Manager

Tops Day Nurseries; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is looking for a Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe and educational environment. Responsibilities include managing staff, communicating with parents, and conducting inspections. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 Early Years Qualification and have strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including bonuses and a relocation package.

Benefits

£700 Welcome Bonus

Relocation Package up to £3000

Annual Bonus Scheme

Childcare Discount up to 60%

Flexible Working Options

28 days of annual leave

Free meals

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 Early Years Qualification.
• Solid understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage nursery settings effectively.
• Supervise children and organize educational activities.
• Update parents on their child's progress.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections.

Skills

Early Years Leadership

Communication Skills

Creative Skills

Budget Management

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery Manager

Location: Tops Wimborne, Bournemouth, Dorset

Job type: Full time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week

“Staff well-being is valued and nurtured. The provider offers staff opportunities to celebrate their achievements and contributions. These include staff nominations on the 'Each Person Scheme' and special award nights to recognise both individual and nursery achievements.”- OFSTED recent feedback

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

• £700 Welcome Bonus: We’re excited to have you join us and want to start things off with a warm welcome!
• Relocation Package: Receive up to £3000 to help make your move as smooth as possible.
• Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.
• Flexible Working Options: Make the Most of Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you could gain up to 48 extra days off per year. Alternatively, if you work nine days over a two-week period, you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. And that’s in addition to your standard holiday allowance!
• Proud to be a World’s Happiest Workplace: Tops Day Nurseries has been officially certified as a World’s Happiest Workplace for 2025, recognising our commitment to employee well-being, career growth, and a positive workplace culture.
• Holiday Allowance: We all need time to rest, reset and enjoy the moments that matter most. You’ll receive 28 days of annual leave each year to relax and spend time doing what you love, plus 2 extra days:
  • One to celebrate your birthday – or another day that’s special to you
  • Wellbeing Day, to take a pause, recharge, and focus on what makes you feel good
• Free meals: Our nurseries provide free breakfast to colleagues, with freshly prepared meals each day.
• Employee Recognition: Access to the Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
• Employee Recognition Platform: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for Gym discounts, Cycle2Work, GP on demand, cinema deals, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on retailers. We also use Each Person to celebrate employee of the month.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement.
• Travel and Parking Season Ticket loan: Borrow up to £500 interest-free.

Welcome/Relocation note: Welcome Bonus and Relocation packages are not cumulative.

About the Senior Nursery Manager Role

Do you have Early Years Leadership experience and looking for a fresh new challenge?

Are you ready to start a new term in a new setting and put your own stamp on the nursery?

As a Nursery Manager, you’ll help create a safe, educational, and fun environment for the children in our care. You’ll supervise children, ensure their safety, and organize activities such as games, crafts, and educational tasks. While some days might be challenging, you’ll also laugh, have fun, and make lasting memories with our children during one of the most important development stages of their lives!

About the Nursery

Tops Wimborne Nursery is an 80 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Leigh Road, Wimborne. The nursery runs several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!

What the Nursery Manager role involves

• Demonstrate a solid background in effectively managing nursery settings.
• Communicate excellently to engage with children, staff members, and parents.
• Use creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities that ensure children are happy and learning in a rewarding environment.
• Maintain a positive outlook to keep children happy and build an environment where they feel secure and rewarded.
• Conduct interviews for potential applicants put forward by the recruitment department.
• Develop and maintain the nursery budget.
• Arrange marketing materials.
• Monitor the condition of the facility and equipment, organizing maintenance, repairs, and new items as required.
• Update parents and carers about their child’s progress and behaviour.
• Answer enquiries about enrolment, payments, and practices.
• Develop and implement an age-appropriate program of annual events and activities.
• Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and follow inspector recommendations.

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

Equality and Safeguarding

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Childrens’ Barred List.

Vacancy Reference: NK/2209

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