Nursery Manager

About Early Years Ltd.; Lewes; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 12.5%

Holiday entitlement 30 days

Private healthcare

Company pension

Induction and handover

Professional development

Job summary

About Early Years Ltd. in Lewes is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead day-to-day operations of a well-established independent nursery.

You will work closely with senior leadership and take responsibility for ensuring a high standard of care, education and safeguarding, while developing staff and maintaining strong relationships with families. The role includes a three-month structured induction with the current manager and opportunities to further develop leadership capabilities and

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery team or deputy manager role.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and statutory requirements.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build relationships with parents and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop the nursery team through supervision and coaching.
• Maintain high standards of care, education and safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS and relevant statutory requirements.
• Build positive relationships with parents and families.
• Oversee smooth running of nursery operations, systems and records.
• Support occupancy and ongoing success of the setting.
• Lead with your own style while upholding the nursery’s child-centred ethos.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Staff coaching

Parent relationships

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Job Title - Nursery Manager
Location - Lewes
Salary - Up to £45,000 per annum as well as up to 12.5% annual bonus
Hours - Full Time, Monday to Friday

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager to take the next step in their career, leading a well-established independent nursery in the Lewes area.This is an excellent opportunity to join a settled and supportive team within a warm, child-centred setting. You'll benefit from a three-month structured induction and handover with the current Nursery Manager, giving you plenty of time to get to know the children, staff, families and day-to-day routines before taking full responsibility.

Your new company

This established independent nursery provides all-year-round early years care in the Lewes area and takes inspiration from Montessori principles, encouraging children to become happy, curious and independent learners.Children benefit from a spacious, free-flow environment and excellent opportunities for outdoor learning, including dedicated outdoor spaces and access to nature-based and Forest School activities.
Your new role

As Nursery Manager, you'll take responsibility for the successful day-to-day operation of the setting, working closely with senior leadership.Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, supporting and developing the nursery team through supervision and coaching
• Maintaining high standards of care, education and safeguarding
• Ensuring the nursery remains compliant with the EYFS and relevant statutory requirements
• Building positive relationships with parents and families
• Overseeing the smooth running of nursery operations, systems and records
• Supporting occupancy and the continued success of the setting
• Bringing your own leadership style while maintaining the nursery's established child-centred ethos

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager is essential.You will also need:

• A minimum Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification
• Significant experience within an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and statutory requirements
• Previous experience leading, motivating and supporting a team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confidence working with parents, families and external professionals
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

A Forest School qualification or an interest in Montessori education would be advantageous but is not essential.

What you'll get in return

• Annual bonus of up to 12.5% based on agreed targets
• 30 days' holiday, including bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Company pension with employer contribution
• Three-month structured induction and handover
• Funded professional development, including opportunities to complete Level 5, safeguarding and leadership qualifications
• Paid DBS, professional subscriptions and first-aid renewal
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free refreshments
• Good public transport links and parking nearby