Nursery Manager

JEM Childcare Solutions; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Birthday Off

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited in Northampton is seeking a very experienced Nursery Manager to lead our client's city-centre nursery. The role offers a salary of around £44k, a 40-hour week and a generous benefits package.

You will oversee EYFS compliance, safeguarding, staffing, occupancy and budgets, delivering high-quality care and learning and supporting Ofsted readiness. Strong leadership and passion for outstanding outcomes are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role.
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices.
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliancewith statutory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Ofsted experience

EYFS knowledge

Budget management

Health & safety

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

Northampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 02/11/2026

A very experienced and passionate Nursery Manager is being sought by our clients in Northampton. Right in the city centre, this beautiful nursery is on great transport links, and offering a salary c£44k with great benefits, working a 40 hr week.

Requirements

Whatare Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Manager Role

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliancewith statutory requirements

Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
• Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery
• Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Nursery ManagerBenefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• Birthday Off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done