Operational Manager

Medteam; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Medteam is recruiting an Operational Manager to lead a group of nurseries within our Early Years division. You will partner with Nursery Managers to drive exceptional outcomes for children, families and staff across multiple settings.

You’ll champion safeguarding, EYFS compliance and continuous improvement, coaching leaders and teams to deliver high-quality provision. A hands-on, proactive approach and strong communication are essential to thrive in this multi-site leadership role.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within Early Years or multi-site settings.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Hands-on, proactive management style.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on operational leadership across multiple nursery settings.
• Support Nursery Managers with staffing, rotas, budgets, occupancy and performance.
• Coach, motivate and develop managers and staff teams to achieve high standards.
• Champion safeguarding, compliance and exceptional Early Years practice.
• Ensure settings meet EYFS, Ofsted and company requirements.
• Lead training and drive meaningful continuous improvement.
• Work alongside the Quality Manager and external agencies where required.
• Support SEND processes, audits, observations and quality assurance.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and local communities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

A Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

We’re looking for an inspiring Operational Manager to join our client’s growing Early Years team!

Are you an experienced Early Years leader who thrives on making a positive difference? Do you have the energy, knowledge and can-do, will-do attitude to support multiple nursery settings and help teams deliver exceptional outcomes for children?

Our client is looking for a hands-on, proactive Operational Manager to provide leadership across a group of nurseries, working closely with Nursery Managers, staff, children and families to create outstanding environments where every child can thrive.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide hands-on operational leadership across multiple nursery settings.
• Support Nursery Managers with staffing, rotas, budgets, occupancy and performance.
• Coach, motivate and develop managers and staff teams to achieve high standards.
• Champion safeguarding, compliance and exceptional Early Years practice.
• Ensure settings meet EYFS, Ofsted and company requirements.
• Lead training and drive meaningful continuous improvement.
• Work alongside the Quality Manager and external agencies where required.
• Support SEND processes, audits, observations and quality assurance.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and local communities.
• Step into a leadership role when required, providing practical support within settings.

What you’ll bring

• A Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Proven leadership and management experience within an Early Years or multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A positive, proactive and hands-on approach.
• The ability to inspire, coach and develop teams.
• A genuine passion for achieving the very best outcomes for children.

Why this role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional to have a real impact across multiple settings, supporting talented teams and helping to shape high-quality provision.

If you’re a confident leader who brings positivity, integrity and a solution-focused mindset - and you’re passionate about creating exceptional experiences for children and families - we’d love to hear from you