Nursery Manager Job in Edinburgh

Tinies; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading education provider as a passionate Nursery Manager in the heart of Edinburgh. This role offers a generous salary, a joining bonus, and the opportunity to innovate within early childhood education, supported by experienced staff and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free uniform

Healthcare (dental, optical, physiotherapy)

Discounted childcare

Flexible hours

Education reimbursement

Team room treats

Social activities

Funded training

Career progression

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in Early Childhood care.
• 3+ years in leadership, managing a large nursery.

Responsibilities

• Support children's developmental needs and learning styles.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and promote respect for diversity.
• Guide team members' well-being and development.

Skills

Communication

Team-working

Critical Thinking

Creativity

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Safeguarding Procedures

Education

BA in Childcare

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Nursery Manager Job in Edinburgh, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

022d443f1158

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job description

Our clients are currently seeking a passionate and inspirational Nursery Manager to join their team in Edinburgh, Murrayfield area.

They are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated individual for this exciting opportunity. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for providing high standards in Early Childhood education, with strong communication and team-working skills.

In return, you will receive a salary between £38,000 and £42,000, plus a £1000 joining bonus.

Under the guidance of experienced senior staff and an innovative Early Years Director, you will have the chance to develop the nursery into an outstanding setting.

Key areas of knowledge include:

• Children's developmental needs and learning styles
• Supporting children's transitions
• Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
• Supporting team members' well-being and development
• Promoting respect for diversity
• Safeguarding procedures

Qualifications & Training:
BA in Childcare or in progress.

Experience:
Minimum 10 years in Early Childhood, with 3+ years in leadership, managing a large nursery.

Knowledge areas include:

• Early Years Foundation Stage
• Planning, observations, assessment
• Critical thinking and creativity
• Environment as the third teacher
• Outdoor learning
• Self-regulation and well-being

The nursery is part of a reputable private group offering excellent training, facilities, and opportunities to deliver outstanding care.

Team benefits include:

• Free uniform
• Healthcare (dental, optical, physiotherapy)
• Team room treats
• Discounted childcare
• Social activities
• Funded training
• Career progression

Personal benefits include:

• Bonus scheme
• On-site parking
• Flexible hours
• Education reimbursement