Nursery Manager

Mini Me Private Day Nursery; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mini Me Private Day Nursery Ltd in Newport is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the team, ensure a safe, nurturing environment and uphold high standards of care.

You will oversee day-to-day operations on site, support curriculum planning, manage staff, liaise with families, handle invoicing and funding claims, and drive continuous improvement while complying with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery and managing staff.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and policies.
• Excellent communication with families and external agencies.
• Experience with regulatory compliance.
• Ability to oversee invoicing and funding administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursery in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Implement safeguarding policies and monitor children's development; maintain records.
• Oversee nursery invoicing, fee collection, and funding administration (Welsh Government Childcare Offer and Flying Start where applicable).
• Liaise with families to build strong partnerships and manage occupancy.
• Support curriculum planning and ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of nursery practices.

Skills

Nursery management

Staff supervision

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 3+ in Early Years / Childcare

Level 5 in Early Years (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, passionate and motivated Nursery Manager to lead our well-established team at Mini Me Private Day Nursery.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, hands‑on leader with strong organisational skills, a genuine passion for early years and the ability to inspire, support and develop a team.

We are looking for someone who will take pride in maintaining our high standards, build strong relationships with families and bring fresh ideas, enthusiasm and a proactive approach to the continued development of our nursery.

Company Description Mini Me Private Day Nursery Ltd is a childcare provider established in 2005 offering a safe, secure, and loving , homely environment for children aged 8 weeks to 8years, regustersd fir 66 places. The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., providing both full-day and half-day care. Located in Newport, the setting is designed to support children’s early development and wellbeing. The nursery focuses on creating a loving, nurturing atmosphere where children can learn, play, and grow. Prospective team members will join a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality early years care.

Role Description

As a experienced Nursery Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for children and staff. This full‑time, on‑site role in Newport includes managing nursery operations, supervising and supporting staff, and maintaining high standards of care in line with regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for implementing safeguarding policies, monitoring children’s development, maintaining accurate records, oversee nursery invoicing , fee collection and funding administration . You will be liaising with families to build strong partnerships. The role also involves managing occupancy, supporting curriculum planning, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines, and contributing to continuous improvement of nursery practices.

Qualifications

• Strong safeguarding and safeguarding children skills, with up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
• Experience working in a nursery setting, with a solid understanding of early years care and education.
• Proven nursery management abilities, including staff supervision, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Relevant childcare or early years qualification (e.g., Level 3 or above in Early Years / Childcare, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of early years frameworks and standards, with the ability to support planning and assessment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Experience in leading teams, promoting a positive workplace culture, and supporting professional development.
• First aid certification and training in health and safety are desirable.

Oversee nursery invoicing, fee collection and funding administration, ensuring accurate records, timely payments and the correct management of childcare funding claims, including the Welsh Government Childcare Offer and Flying Start where applicable.

Relevant childcare qualification at Level 3 or above, with Level 5 preferred or a willingness to work towards it. Previous nursery management or substantial leadership experience is essential.