Nursery Manager: Lead Childcare & Team Growth

Thrive Childcare and Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Birthday holiday & wellbeing day off

Christmas vouchers

Childcare discounts

Medical and counselling support

Long service awards

Salary progression opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the Holyrood Dryden Nursery. You will lead a team to provide high-quality childcare for children aged 0-5, ensuring EYFS standards and safeguarding procedures are followed.

The role offers progression opportunities and a strong focus on staff development. The ideal candidate holds a full Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare, with at least two years in a supervisory or

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (DfE recognised).
• At least two years in a supervisory or management role in an early years setting.
• Strong EYFS understanding, safeguarding, and ability to lead a team for 0–5 years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the nursery.
• Lead and develop the nursery team to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Childcare supervision

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the Holyrood Dryden Nursery. You will lead a team to provide high-quality childcare for children aged 0-5, ensuring EYFS standards and safeguarding procedures are followed.

The role offers progression opportunities and a strong focus on staff development. The ideal candidate holds a full Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare, with at least two years in a supervisory or