Nursery Manager Pudsey

Protocol Education; Ledston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development

Well-resourced nursery environment

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager in LS28, Pudsey. The role offers £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, full-time permanent employment, and leads a thriving early years setting for 0-5s.

You will manage day-to-day operations, uphold safeguarding standards, drive the EYFS curriculum, and lead a team of practitioners while maintaining strong family partnerships. A strong leader with Ofsted readiness will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' senior leadership experience in early years.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursery to deliver outstanding care, education and safeguarding.
• Oversee a high quality EYFS curriculum and learning experiences.
• Manage and coach a team of practitioners with performance management.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (or train to do so).
• Ensure Ofsted compliance and EYFS policy adherence.
• Maintain staffing ratios, health & safety and procedures.
• Build partnerships with families and external agencies.
• Monitor occupancy, admissions, budgets and resources.
• Drive quality improvement and prepare for inspections.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Motivating teams

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Manager

LS28, Pudsey £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) Full Time | Permanent

Inspire Young Minds. Lead an Outstanding Team.

Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional childcare and education while inspiring and developing a dedicated team?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Manager to lead a thriving nursery in LS28. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader who is committed to providing outstanding care and education for children aged 0-5 years while driving quality, compliance and business success.

About the Role

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the nursery. Working closely with the Directors, you will ensure the setting delivers a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, develop and thrive.

You will lead and support a team of Early Years professionals, maintain outstanding standards of safeguarding and compliance, build strong partnerships with families, and ensure the nursery remains inspection-ready at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the nursery to achieve the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding.
• Deliver and oversee an engaging, inclusive and ambitious EYFS curriculum.
• Manage, support and develop a team of practitioners through coaching, supervision and performance management.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (or undertake the training to do so).
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements, EYFS framework and nursery policies.
• Maintain staffing ratios, operational procedures and health & safety standards.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Monitor occupancy levels, admissions, budgets and resources to support nursery growth and sustainability.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and prepare the setting for inspections.

What We're Looking For

Essential

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a senior leadership, supervisory or management role within an early years setting

Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, child development and Ofsted requirements

Proven experience leading and motivating teams

Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable

Level 5 Early Years Leadership & Management qualification

Nursery Manager experience

DSL, SENDCO or other specialist qualifications

Experience managing occupancy, budgets and business performance

Paediatric First Aid qualification

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• Well-resourced nursery environment
• Employee recognition and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on children's early learning experiences

Why Join This Nursery?

They believe every child deserves the very best start in life. The nursery is built on strong values, high expectations and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families. We are looking for a leader who shares their passion for excellence and can inspire both children and staff to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including Enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, qualification verification and ongoing suitability assessments.