Nursery Manager - Amersham

Partou Childcare; Amersham; On-site; GBP 39,600 - 48,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Partou Academy training

60% childcare discount

Enhanced annual leave

Pension

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Your birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Job summary

Partou Chiltern Avenue Day Nursery in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, is seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager for a full-time, 12-month fixed term contract (40 hours per week). You will lead the team, oversee daily operations and ensure high standards of learning and development in line with the EYFS.

The role offers a £44,000 salary plus a £1,000 welcome bonus, 23 days annual leave, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, pension, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Maths GCSE.
• Strong EYFS knowledge.
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Maths GCSE

Passion for early years

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Manager – Partou Chiltern Avenue Day Nursery

Amersham, Buckinghamshire | Full Time | 12 Months Fixed Term |

Salary £44,000 + £1,000 Welcome Bonus

About The Role

Partou Chiltern Avenue Day Nursery is seeking a dedicated and passionate nursery practitioner to take on the full time 40 hours per week role of Nursery Manager to ensure the smooth running of the setting. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will lead and inspire your team, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

What We Offer

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid across your first year, T&Cs apply)
• Partou Academy – access to high‑quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays!
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Maths GCSE
• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world‑class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.