Nursery Manager | Lead EYFS Team & Play‑Based Learning

About Early Years Ltd.; Buckingham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is recruiting a Nursery Manager at Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School near Buckingham. You will lead the nursery, ensure a safe, stimulating EYFS environment, and manage staff and resources to deliver high-quality care.

The role requires strong safeguarding and communication with parents, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, permanent 52 weeks, with a salary up to £40,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum).
• Level 5 or 6 qualification (desirable).
• DSL qualification (desirable).
• Paediatric First Aid training or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery team.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, including staffing, rotas, and ratios.
• Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding requirements, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum aligned with EYFS principles.
• Monitor children's development, including planning, assessment, and progress tracking.
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and safeguarding at all times.
• Manage nursery resources, equipment, and budget effectively.
• Build strong relationships with parents and provide regular updates on children's progress.
• Lead parent meetings, reports, and nursery events; support transitions into Reception.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Staff motivation

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 5/6 qualification

DSL qualification

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

Outcomes First Group is recruiting a Nursery Manager at Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School near Buckingham. You will lead the nursery, ensure a safe, stimulating EYFS environment, and manage staff and resources to deliver high-quality care.

The role requires strong safeguarding and communication with parents, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, permanent 52 weeks, with a salary up to £40,000 per year.