Nursery Manager

About Early Years Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

About Early Years Ltd. in West Leeds is seeking a Nursery Manager to join our well-established family-run nursery.

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running, lead the team, maintain high standards of care, and support strong relationships with children and families.

The role is 40 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30am and 6pm; salary is up to £40,000 depending on experience. Previous management experience would be ideal.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification or above.
• Experience in an early years setting.
• Understands safeguarding, EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Experience leading a nursery team.
• Warm, organised and passionate about childcare.
• Previous management experience or deputy ready to step up.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead and support nursery team.
• Maintain high standards of care.
• Foster strong relationships with children and families.
• Ensure safeguarding and Ofsted compliance.
• Role involves 40-hour week with shifts 7:30am–6pm.

Skills

Level 3 childcare qualification

Experience in early years setting

Safeguarding

EYFS understanding

Ofsted knowledge

People leadership

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification or above

Job description

We’re recruiting for a Nursery Manager to join a lovely, well-established family-run nursery in West Leeds.

The current manager is leaving after more than 10 years, so this is a rare opportunity to join a settled setting with a real family feel.

You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, leading the team, maintaining high standards of care and supporting strong relationships with children and families.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 3 childcare qualification or above
• Has experience within an early years setting
• Understands safeguarding, EYFS and Ofsted requirements
• Can lead, support and motivate a nursery team
• Is warm, organised and genuinely passionate about childcare

Previous management experience would be ideal, although an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager who is ready to step up would also be considered.

The role is 40 hours per week, working shifts between 7:30am and 6pm.

Salary is up to £40,000, depending on experience.