Nursery Manager: Lead Learning, Grow Your Career

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Flow Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Nursery Manager to oversee a birth to pre-school setting, focusing on safe, stimulating environments and outstanding care. You will lead the team, manage daily operations, and drive outcomes with a commercial and people-focused approach.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, at least two years in early years (management preferred), strong EYFS knowledge, and ICT proficiency. Opportunities for progression exist within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Qualification in Early Years.
• Two years of early years experience; management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted inspection framework.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for learning.
• Manage day-to-day nursery operations and ensure high standards.
• Deliver outstanding care and education in partnership with parents and colleagues.
• Lead the team with a positive approach and handle conflicts constructively.
• Develop staff through performance monitoring and professional development.
• Maintain operating standards and strive for efficient, profitable nursery running.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Nursery operations

EYFS knowledge

Education

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flow Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Nursery Manager to oversee a birth to pre-school setting, focusing on safe, stimulating environments and outstanding care. You will lead the team, manage daily operations, and drive outcomes with a commercial and people-focused approach.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, at least two years in early years (management preferred), strong EYFS knowledge, and ICT proficiency. Opportunities for progression exist within a supportive team.