Nursery Manager

Lichfield Cathedral School; Longdon Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Lichfield Cathedral School is a flourishing co-educational independent school in Staffordshire for ages 2 to 18. Our school community is based on core values of learning, faith, leadership, and service, aiming to educate and inspire young people to become confident, enthusiastic, and responsible members of society.

Set in the historic Cathedral Close and the scenic village of Longdon, we draw upon our substantial heritage to provide an exceptional education. We offer an imaginative and challenging curriculum focusing on academic excellence, music, the creative and performing arts, sports, and community service. We pride ourselves on creating a happy and supportive environment that nurtures each child's talents.

Nursery Manager

Full-time (45 hours per week)

Start date: August 2025

This is an exciting opportunity as we expand our current Nursery to include school holiday provision. We seek a dedicated individual to manage our new, all-year-round Nursery at our Longdon site, catering for children throughout the school day, after school, and during holidays for 50 weeks per year.

The role involves designing engaging activities, implementing the EYFS framework, and fostering a nurturing environment for early childhood development. Candidates should demonstrate experience in these areas in their application. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop facilities and resources, including indoor and outdoor play areas, forest school zones, and more.

You should possess an approved qualification at Level 3 or above and have at least 2 years of leadership experience in an early years setting. A Level 2 qualification in Maths is also required, or willingness to obtain it within 2 years of employment.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 28th April 2025, with interviews scheduled the following week.

Interested candidates should complete an application form via our online portal. Further information about the school can be found on our website.

Lichfield Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to DBS disclosure in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.