Nursery Manager

Career Makers; West of England; Presencial; GBP 40.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

33 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Company pension contribution

Employee discount platform

Refer-a-friend bonus

Significant childcare discount

Descripción de la vacante

Career Makers is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager in Bristol to lead a thriving early years setting. You will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, promote high standards of care and education, and drive staff development and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong EYFS knowledge, proven leadership in a nursery, excellent communication and a passion for delivering outstanding childcare outcomes. Competitive salary and robust benefits are offered.

Formación

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) is required.
• Proven leadership experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Passion for delivering outstanding childcare and education.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of early years professionals.
• Drive outstanding childcare and learning outcomes for children.
• Manage nursery operations, administration and compliance.
• Maintain high standards across nursery environment and resources.
• Support staff recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Manage occupancy levels and support business growth objectives.
• Lead inspections and ensure regulatory requirements are met.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Passion for childcare

Educación

Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)

Descripción del empleo

Nursery Manager

Location: Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £44,720 per annum
Hours: Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager or an ambitious Deputy Nursery Manager ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a passionate and driven Nursery Manager to lead a thriving early years setting in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established nursery, inspire a dedicated team, and create an exceptional environment where children can learn, develop, and thrive.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, compliance, and team development.

• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of early years professionals
• Driving outstanding childcare and learning outcomes for children
• Managing nursery operations, administration, and compliance
• Maintaining high standards across the nursery environment and resources
• Supporting staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Managing occupancy levels and supporting business growth objectives
• Leading inspections and ensuring all regulatory requirements are met

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
• Previous leadership experience within a nursery or early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• A passion for delivering outstanding childcare and education

Applications are welcomed from experienced Nursery Managers as well as Deputy Nursery Managers looking for their first management position.

What's on Offer?

Work-Life Balance & Family Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Christmas and New Year shutdown period
• Flexible working opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity pay
• Additional paid compassionate and bereavement leave

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 GP access
• Medical cashback scheme for a range of healthcare treatments
• Life assurance cover
• Wellbeing day each year
• Sick pay from day one

Financial Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Company pension contribution
• Excellent employee discount platform
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Significant childcare discount

Training & Career Development

• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Recognition and reward programmes
• Supportive leadership team and positive working culture

If you are ready to lead a successful nursery and make a real difference to children's early years development, we'd love to hear from you.