Nursery Manager

Attraction Nurseries Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Flexible days

Training courses

Childcare savings

Wellbeing support

Joining bonus

Job summary

Avon Valley Nursery in Keynsham is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead the team, deliver outstanding care and education aligned with the EYFS, and maintain high occupancy. You will manage enrolment, open days, budgets, and partnerships with families; benefits include generous holidays, flexible 4/5 day options, training pathways, and staff wellbeing.

Join a nurturing team dedicated to Happy Children. Happy Parents.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery team within an EYFS setting.
• Ability to manage enrolment, waiting lists, and admissions procedures.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and DBS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Spark Curiosity – Create magical, hands-on learning adventures guided by the EYFS.
• Be Their Hero – Champion children’s growth, happiness, and wellbeing.
• Click, Tap, Done! – Keep records ship-shape using Famly and Portal.
• Celebrate Every Child – Champion inclusivity and support SEND to shine.
• Team Vibes Only – Work with colleagues to keep energy positive and proactive.
• Family First – Build warm, lasting connections with parents and professionals.

Job description

Join the Avon Valley Nursery Team as a Nursery Manager!

Location: Keynsham

Hours: Full-Time (38/40 hours per week) over 4 days

Salary: Up to £39,998.40 per Annum Dependant on qualifications and experience

OTE up to £10,000 above base salary

At Avon Valley Nursery, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where children can embark on exciting adventures every day. Our ethos - Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff. - is at the heart of everything we do. With our unique settings, we offer unparalleled experiences for both children and staff.

Why Join Avon Valley Nursery?

• Generous Holidays – Up to 34 days, plus your birthday off
• Flexible Working – Choose 4 or 5 days with a set day off
• Career Growth – 100+ online courses, SENCO/Forest School training, and management pathways
• Childcare Savings – 50% discount for your children
• Wellbeing Support – Health Assured benefits, attendance bonuses, and more
• Extra Perks – £100 joining bonus for resources, free uniform & DBS, referral rewards up to £750, and free family entry to Avon Valley Wildlife Park

What You’ll Be Up To

• Spark Curiosity – Create magical, hands‑on learning adventures guided by the EYFS
• Be Their Hero – Become a key person, championing children’s growth, happiness, and wellbeing
• Click, Tap, Done! – Keep records ship‑shape using our nifty online tools (Famly, Portal)
• Celebrate Every Child – Champion inclusivity and support children with SEND to shine
• Team Vibes Only – Work side‑by‑side with colleagues to keep the energy positive and proactive
• Family First – Build warm, lasting connections with parents and professionals alike
• Join the Fun – Dive into nursery events, outings, and community adventures

What We’re Looking For

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Lead the nursery team in delivering outstanding care and education, aligned with the EYFS and company standards
• Develop and implement strategies to maintain and increase occupancy
• Manage enrolment, waiting lists, and admission procedures
• Plan and oversee open days, marketing initiatives, and local outreach
• Monitor the nursery budget, control expenditure, and manage supplier relationships
• Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and nursery operations using the Famly platform

Educational Quality and Child Development

• Ensure the learning environment reflects all seven areas of learning
• Oversee the implementation of the planning cycle including observations, assessments, and next steps
• Maintain high-quality practice across the setting by supporting the room leaders and practitioners
• Support the inclusion of all children, working closely with the SENCO and SENCO Manager
• Promote key group and language group time, ensuring activities support development

Safeguarding and Compliance

• Be fully aware of all safeguarding policies, procedures, and updates, acting as DSL or supporting the DSL as needed
• Follow all procedures for recording and reporting safeguarding concerns via the Attraction Nurseries app
• Ensure staff follow safeguarding practices, including safer recruitment and supervision protocols
• Maintain readiness for internal audits, external inspections (Ofsted), and local authority checks
• Complete and update the Ofsted Call Prompt Sheet

Health, Safety and Site Management

• Conduct and review daily risk assessments, health and safety checklists, and emergency protocols
• Ensure food hygiene regulations are followed, and all areas of the nursery meet hygiene standards
• Communicate all site maintenance and safety concerns to the Senior Management Team promptly
• Ensure the Health and Safety Policy is implemented and reviewed regularly

Staff Leadership and Development

• Lead, motivate, and develop the nursery team through clear communication and consistent leadership
• Deliver and follow up on supervisions, 1:1s, appraisals, and team meetings
• Identify training needs and support CPD planning and staff qualifications
• Mentor new team members and support staff completing apprenticeships
• Maintain accurate training logs and ensure all staff are up to date with mandatory training

Family and Community Partnerships

• Develop strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
• Manage parent communications via Famly, newsletters, and in-person updates
• Handle parent queries, concerns, and compliments promptly and professionally
• Work in partnership with other nurseries and external agencies as needed
• Provide show-arounds for prospective families and communicate the nursery’s ethos and vision

Administration and Reporting

• Complete all nursery paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, including:
  • Newsletters
  • Planning folders
  • Health and safety logs
  • Safeguarding reports
• Use the weekly manager’s planner to structure daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities
• Ensure the smooth running of the daily rota and allocate time for SEN support, planning, and paperwork

Ready to Embark on a New Adventure?

If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!

Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.