Nursery Manager

Additional Resources; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established childcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead operations and ensure high-quality care for children. The role includes mentoring staff, compliance, and educational programme design. This full-time position offers a salary of £35,000 - £42,350 and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work initiative

Staff childcare discount

Health & wellbeing support

Bereavement leave

On-site parking

Staff social events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in early years education within a nursery setting.
• Previously worked as a Nursery Manager or similar role.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance.
• Leading and mentoring a team of early years practitioners.
• Designing educational programmes for children's development.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare regulations understanding

Communication

Team management

Education

Minimum Level 3 in childcare

Level 5 in childcare (ideally)

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join a well-established early years childcare provider delivering high-quality services and full-day care and education for babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.

As a Nursery Manager, you will be leading the day-to-day management of the nursery, ensuring excellence in care, learning, and team support. This full-time role offers a salary range of £35,000 - £42,350 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of early years practitioners
• Designing and delivering educational programmes that support children’s learning and development
• Building strong, positive relationships with parents and carers through regular, open communication
• Maintaining clear and accurate documentation for each child, including progress, attendance, and incident records
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging setting where children, families, and staff feel valued

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager or in a similar role.
• Proven experience in early years education within a nursery setting
• Minimum Level 3 in childcare, ideally level 5

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to manage, inspire and support a diverse team
• Excellent understanding of current childcare regulations, safeguarding, and EYFS framework
• A passionate and child-centred approach to care and learning

What’s on offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work initiative
• Staff childcare discount
• Health & wellbeing support programme
• Bereavement leave and sick pay
• On-site parking
• Staff social events and activities

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Nursery Manager to join a supportive organisation and make a real impact in early years education.

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