Nursery Manager

Recruit by Nature; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded training

Career progression

Mentoring

Home-from-home

Outdoor space

Well-resourced spaces

Extra-curricular activities

EYFS guidance

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Recruit by Nature is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead the launch and daily operations of a new nursery and preschool in Epping, Essex (CM16). You will shape a safe, nurturing setting for children ages three months to five years, support an expert Early Years team and ensure high standards of EYFS delivery and safeguarding.

This permanent, full-time role offers Monday–Friday work, with the nursery open 8:00am–6:00pm and 51 working weeks per year. Salary is £50,000 per annum plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Level 3+ Early Years qualification.
• Experience in nursery management or senior early years leadership.
• Strong EYFS, safeguarding, and nursery compliance knowledge.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the nursery and preschool.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Early Years team.
• Ensure safeguarding, child protection and high care standards.
• Oversee delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
• Support planning and assessment reflecting individual learning.
• Promote safe, nurturing and stimulating experiences for children.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and the community.
• Manage nursery procedures, records, compliance and quality standards.
• Support recruitment, induction, training and staff development.
• Monitor learning environment, resources, routines and outdoor provision.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Education

Early years qualification Level 3+

Job description

Nursery Manager - Epping, Essex, CM16

Lead the launch and day-to-day operation of a new nursery and preschool in Epping as Nursery Manager. You will shape a safe, nurturing and stimulating setting for children aged three months to five years, support an expert Early Years team and ensure high standards of care, safeguarding and EYFS delivery. This permanent, full-time opportunity will suit an experienced nursery leader ready to make a meaningful impact.

Employment Type

Permanent, full-time position, working Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery closes for the week between Christmas and New Year.

Salary

£50,000 per annum + benefits

Benefits

• Opportunity to help establish a new Epping nursery and preschool
• Funded training and professional development opportunities
• Career progression and internal promotion opportunities where possible
• Ongoing support and mentoring
• Home-from-home nursery environment
• Well-resourced indoor learning and play spaces
• Dedicated outdoor space for nature-based activities and sport
• All-inclusive extra-curricular activities
• Learning guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
• Potential childcare discounts, wellbeing support and recognition rewards, subject to confirmation

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

Permanent, full-time employment, Monday to Friday.

Epping, Essex, CM16 area.

• Nursery opening hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm
• Work for 51 weeks of the year, excluding the week between Christmas and New Year
• Lead the nursery operation and support the team across the working day
• Be based at a new setting close to Epping town centre and local transport links
• Specific manager rota arrangements should be confirmed with the nursery

Job Description

As a Nursery Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of a new Epping nursery and preschool, supporting children aged three months to five years. You will oversee the team, maintain high standards of safeguarding and care, work in partnership with families and ensure effective delivery of the EYFS curriculum. Based in the CM16 area, the setting is designed to provide a home-from-home environment with enriching learning spaces, outdoor provision and a holistic approach to children’s development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the nursery and preschool
• Provide effective leadership, guidance and support to the Early Years team
• Ensure consistently high standards of safeguarding, care and child protection
• Oversee effective delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
• Support planning and assessment that reflects children’s individual learning and development
• Promote safe, nurturing and stimulating experiences for children aged three months to five years
• Build positive and professional relationships with parents, carers and the wider community
• Manage nursery procedures, records, compliance and quality standards
• Support recruitment, induction, training and ongoing staff development
• Monitor the learning environment, resources, routines and outdoor provision

Essential Requirements

• You must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Relevant early years qualification at Level 3 or above, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Substantial experience in nursery management or senior early years leadership
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, child development and nursery compliance
• Ability to lead a team and ensure consistently high standards of care, learning and wellbeing
• Confident, approachable and effective communicator with families and colleagues
• Ability to take responsibility for the full day-to-day operation of a nursery setting
• Also suitable for: Day Nursery Manager, Early Years Manager, Preschool Manager, Nursery Operations Manager

Company Culture

As a Nursery Manager, you will help establish a new Epping setting within an established early years group with over 20 years of experience. The nursery promotes a positive, stimulating and home-from-home environment where children are encouraged to play, learn and grow. The culture is centred on child development, wellbeing, learning through play and a holistic EYFS approach. You will work with a friendly, caring and highly qualified team while supporting a strong culture of training, progression and professional development.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.