Nursery Operations Manager

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting an experienced Nursery Operations Manager for a well-established Early Years setting in the Birmingham area (B15).

This is a full-time, all-year-round role for a confident EYFS leader who can drive high standards, oversee daily operations and develop a collaborative team. The successful candidate will supervise staff, support children aged 0–5, ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance, and work closely with parents to create a safe, nurturing and

Qualifications

• Recent EYFS experience is essential.
• Experience leading or managing a team in an Early Years setting.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of Ofsted/ISI processes.
• Knowledge of EYFS framework and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the setting.
• Support and develop EYFS practitioners while ensuring high standards.
• Maintain safeguarding and regulatory compliance across provision.
• Monitor learning environments and liaise with parents and staff.

Skills

EYFS experience

Team leadership

Safeguarding

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Job description

We’re recruiting for an experienced Nursery Operations Manager to join a well-established Early Years setting in the (B15) Birmingham area.

This is a full-time, all-year-round position for an experienced Early Years professional who is confident leading a team and maintaining high standards across an EYFS provision.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the setting, supporting and developing EYFS practitioners while ensuring children receive a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which they can thrive.

What we’re looking for

• A high level of recent EYFS experience is essential
• Significant experience working within an Early Years setting
• Experience supporting children aged 0-5 years
• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Education qualification
• Strong knowledge and practical understanding of the EYFS framework
• Previous experience supervising, leading or managing a team
• Strong safeguarding knowledge
• Understanding of Ofsted/ISI requirements and inspection processes
• Strong organisational, communication and people-management skills

The role will include overseeing the quality of Early Years provision, supporting and managing staff, maintaining safeguarding and regulatory standards, monitoring learning environments and working closely with parents and members of staff.with the successful candidate expected to start in December.

Important

Due to the high volume of applications expected, candidates without substantial, high-level EYFS experience will not be considered for this position.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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