Nursery Manager: Lead EYFS & Team Growth

Partou Childcare; Widnes; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partou Academy – professional training

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave – 23 days + bank

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Job summary

Partou Willowdene Day Nursery in Widnes, Cheshire, is hiring a Nursery Manager on a full-time basis to ensure the smooth running of the setting. You will lead a team, plan stimulating activities aligned with the EYFS, and build strong partnerships with families.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, and proven leadership in an early years setting. Salary is £37,044, with extensive staff benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Maths GCSE.
• Strong EYFS knowledge.
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting.
• Passion for early years education.
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Ensure children engage in stimulating activities aligned with EYFS.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Build strong partnerships with families and childcare colleagues.

Skills

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Partou Willowdene Day Nursery in Widnes, Cheshire, is hiring a Nursery Manager on a full-time basis to ensure the smooth running of the setting. You will lead a team, plan stimulating activities aligned with the EYFS, and build strong partnerships with families.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, and proven leadership in an early years setting. Salary is £37,044, with extensive staff benefits and professional development opportunities.