Nursery Manager

Banana Moon Franchise; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (based on experience)

4-day working week

Supportive, friendly team

Ongoing professional development

Well-resourced nursery environment

Job summary

A leading early years education provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure high standards of care and compliance. The role requires a minimum Level 3 in Childcare, with leadership experience being essential. With a focus on inspiring a high-performing team, you will build partnerships with families and manage budgets efficiently. Other benefits include a competitive salary and a supportive team environment, promoting a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare (Level 5 or higher desirable).
• Proven leadership experience in an early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills.
• A positive, proactive approach and a genuine passion for children's development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire a high‑performing nursery team.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain our Outstanding Ofsted standards.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, staff, and the local community.
• Manage budgets, occupancy, and staffing efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Communication

Organisation

People management

Child development passion

Education

Level 3 Childcare

Job description

Banana Moon Franchise provided pay range

This range is provided by Banana Moon Franchise. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted | Nursery of the Year winner 2025

Are you an inspiring, hands‑on leader with a passion for early years education? Join our Outstanding Banana Moon Day Nursery in Leeds, where children, families, and staff thrive in a warm, nurturing, and high‑quality environment.

About Us: At Banana Moon Rothwell, we’re proud of our Outstanding rating and our reputation for excellence in childcare. We provide a fun, stimulating, and caring environment where every child's individuality is valued, and learning is full of joy. Our strong, dedicated team works closely together to deliver the very best early years experiences. This year, we won the prestigious award of ‘Nursery of the Year’ at the Banana Moon Midnight Moon awards evening.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to lead our nursery over 4 days per week.

You will be responsible for the overall running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care, education, and compliance with EYFS and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire a high‑performing nursery team
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain our Outstanding Ofsted standards
• Build strong partnerships with parents, staff, and the local community
• Manage budgets, occupancy, and staffing efficiently

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare (Level 5 or higher desirable)
• Proven leadership experience in an early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements
• Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills
• A positive, proactive approach and a genuine passion for children's development

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• 4‑day working week for better work‑life balance
• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A beautiful, well‑resourced nursery environment

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

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