Nursery Manager: Lead Early Years Team | Flexible Hours

JEM Childcare Solutions; Calne; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions in Calne, Wiltshire, is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the nursery and support staff. The role involves a 40-hour week with a salary of £38k–£40k plus a £1,000 joining bonus.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 3+ Early Years/Childcare qualifications, have at least four years in early years with management experience, and be adept at EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted engagement. A strong leader who can drive improvements and manage budgets is preferred.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ Early Years/Childcare qualification.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years in a management role.
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices.
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursery operations to maintain high standards.
• Drive improvements and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage occupancy, budgets, and team scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Budget management

Education

Level 3+ Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

JEM Childcare Solutions in Calne, Wiltshire, is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the nursery and support staff. The role involves a 40-hour week with a salary of £38k–£40k plus a £1,000 joining bonus.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 3+ Early Years/Childcare qualifications, have at least four years in early years with management experience, and be adept at EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted engagement. A strong leader who can drive improvements and manage budgets is preferred.