Nursery Manager

Grandir UK Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Christmas and NY shutdown

Flexible working

Refer a Friend £500

Company pension

Sick pay from day 1

Life assurance

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Pippa's House Nursery in Guildford, part of Grandir UK, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Join a welcoming environment with strong benefits and genuine career progression. DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved provider.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting children at all times.
• Preparing and supporting activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners.
• Maintaining a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment.
• Following company policies, safeguarding procedures, and operational practices.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Attending staff meetings, planning sessions, and training as required.

Job description

Nursery Manager
Pippa's House Nursery in Guildford
Part of Grandir UK
Salary £35,568 - £45,760 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Pippa's House Day Nursery in Guildford is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You'll Love Working at Pippas House Nursery in Guildford

At Pippa's House, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown.
• Flexible working options available.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.

About Our Nursery

Outdoor Area

Spending time outdoors is essential for children’s physical health and emotional wellbeing. We are fortunate to have two beautiful gardens at our Guildford nursery, accessible all year round. This spacious outdoor setting gives children plenty of room to run, jump, play with friends, and take part in active, imaginative games.

Location and Travel

Our Guildford nursery is conveniently located within walking distance of the town centre, bus and train stations. It’s an ideal choice for commuting families being just a 5-minute drive away from the A3 and features on-site parking, which makes pick up and drop off incredibly simple.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervising and supporting children at all times.
• Preparing and supporting activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners.
• Maintaining a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment.
• Following company policies, safeguarding procedures, and operational practices.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Attending staff meetings, planning sessions, and training as required.

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for the first 4 weeks.
• Parental bereavement leave of up to 4 weeks, fully paid.
• Compassionate leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Miscarriage leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Wellbeing Day – an extra day off just for you.
• The Grand Event – up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service.

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts, including ASOS, gym memberships, cinemas, M&S, and major supermarkets.
• Dayforce Wallet – gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
• 24-hour remote GP appointments.
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies.
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy-trained teams and Eco-Schools accreditation.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third-party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.