Nursery Manager: Lead Early Years Learning and Care

ACR Recruitment & Training Limited; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager for a permanent role in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire. The role is 40 hours per week with a salary from £30,000, and a focus on leading Early Years Practitioners within a caring, high-standard setting.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure EYFS compliance, and build strong relationships with parents and professionals while supporting safeguarding and SENCO duties.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements.
• Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities.
• Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager for a permanent role in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire. The role is 40 hours per week with a salary from £30,000, and a focus on leading Early Years Practitioners within a caring, high-standard setting.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure EYFS compliance, and build strong relationships with parents and professionals while supporting safeguarding and SENCO duties.