Nursery Manager

Family First Nursery Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Stafford is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to oversee care and development for infants. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, experience with children under 2, and a passion for outdoor learning. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including bonuses and childcare discounts, in a supportive environment.

Benefits

GBP750 Welcome Bonus

GBP400 Qualification Bonus

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

75% childcare discount

Confidential health support

Personalized learning opportunities

Gym discount

Referral scheme up to GBP750

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Experience with infants under 2 years old is essential.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care and development of babies.
• Create a nurturing environment for children's growth.
• Build relationships with parents and track children's progress.

Skills

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old

Passion for outdoor learning

Strong understanding of child development

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Job description

Overview

Nursery Room Leader

Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week

Level 3 Practitioner + Recognition Bonus ( Pro Rata)

Role summary and company information have been refined for clarity and structure. The role is to lead a nursery room, overseeing care and development for babies, and to work with a team to ensure high-quality learning environments that support physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth.

Responsibilities

Role requires overseeing the care and development of babies (3 months to 1 year old) and working closely with a team of practitioners. Create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, and support their growth across all developmental areas.

Assist in implementing a key person approach to help babies form secure attachments and guide colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Maintain high-quality learning journals and records on EyLog and EyMan systems to track each child’s progress. Build positive relationships with parents, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child’s development.

As a leader, model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, foster respect among your team, parents, and children. Ensure statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote welfare of all children, staff, and visitors. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development are key to success in this role.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential)
• Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old
• A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with enthusiasm for forest school activities
• Strong understanding of child development and ability to provide purposeful learning experiences
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues
• Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Why Join Us?

At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• GBP750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us
• GBP400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!
• Generous Annual Leave: 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid!
• Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline
• Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities
• Gym Discount: Use of next door’s gym
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to GBP750 with our referral scheme

Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.