Nursery Manager - Full-time

Remedy Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Permanent contract

Supportive environment

Impactful work

Job summary

Remedy Education seeks an experienced Nursery Manager for a Colchester setting in Essex. You will lead day-to-day operations, ensuring high standards of care, education and safeguarding under EYFS guidance. This role focuses on nurturing staff development and delivering excellent outcomes for children.

You will oversee safeguarding, relationships with families and external professionals, and ensure Ofsted compliance while driving team performance and continual improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or Senior Leadership role within an Early Years setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Build positive relationships with parents, families and external professionals.
• Monitor children's development and ensure individual learning needs are supported.

Skills

Nursery Management

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Team development

Education

Early Years Level 3

Level 5/6 desirable

Job description

Nursery Manager - Colchester

Full-Time Permanent Immediate Opportunity

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Nursery Manager to join a welcoming nursery setting in Colchester on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about childcare, leadership and creating a positive environment where children can thrive.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure the nursery provides a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Maintain high standards of childcare, learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Build positive relationships with parents, families and external professionals.
• Monitor children's development and ensure individual learning needs are supported.
• Manage staff rotas, recruitment, training and performance where required.
• Ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements and relevant statutory regulations.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or Senior Leadership role within an Early Years setting.
• A relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (Level 5 or 6 desirable).
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing and developing a team.
• A genuine passion for children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• A proactive approach with the ability to maintain high standards of care and education.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a nursery team.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's early development.

Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time