Nursery Manager - Lead & Elevate Your EYFS Team

St. George's Nursery

Leicester

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 44,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £500
Recommend a Friend £500
20 days annual leave + bank holidays
Wellbeing day
Childcare discounts
Counselling support
Pension scheme
Training & progression
Free on-site parking
Team socials & annual awards

Job summary

St George’s Nursery Group is seeking a capable nursery leader for a fixed-term maternity cover, with potential for permanence. This is a full-time role (40 hours/week) across 7:30am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, in the East Midlands.

The position offers up to £44,000 per annum, with annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities. You will lead daily operations, support staff development, uphold safeguarding and EYFS standards, and foster strong family relations to drive occupancy.

Qualifications

  • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
  • At least two years’ early years or other suitable experience.
  • Experience leading and motivating a nursery team.
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A positive, professional and family-focused approach.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery.
  • Inspire, support and develop your team.
  • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care and EYFS practice.
  • Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
  • Support nursery occupancy and growth.
  • Create a positive environment where children and staff thrive.

Skills

Team leadership
EYFS knowledge
Communication
Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

St George’s Nursery Group is seeking a capable nursery leader for a fixed-term maternity cover, with potential for permanence. This is a full-time role (40 hours/week) across 7:30am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, in the East Midlands.

The position offers up to £44,000 per annum, with annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities. You will lead daily operations, support staff development, uphold safeguarding and EYFS standards, and foster strong family relations to drive occupancy.

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