Nursery Manager: EYFS Leader & Training Opportunities

Odin Recruitment Group; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a well-established nursery in Bury St Edmunds. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have strong leadership qualities, including excellent communication skills and a passion for child development. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with EYFS regulations, and maintaining high standards of care and learning. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, such as ongoing training and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Supportive ownership and senior leadership

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear progression opportunities

Generous holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Discounted childcare (where applicable)

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step up.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery in line with EYFS and regulatory requirements.
• Inspire, support and develop a committed staff team.
• Ensure high standards of care and development across all rooms.
• Manage staffing, ratios, rotas and performance.

Skills

Strong understanding of EYFS

Excellent communication skills

Organised and solution-focused

People management

Passion for child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a well-established nursery in Bury St Edmunds. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have strong leadership qualities, including excellent communication skills and a passion for child development. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with EYFS regulations, and maintaining high standards of care and learning. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, such as ongoing training and generous holiday entitlement.