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Lime Tree Nursery; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

CPD training

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Lime Tree Nursery is seeking an experienced Nursery Area Manager to lead multiple nursery settings in South Yorkshire. You will support, coach and inspire Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education while ensuring Ofsted and EYFS standards are met.

You will monitor performance, drive audits and strategy, and be the go-to for safeguarding, people development, and parent partnerships. Travel between sites is a key part of the role, ensuring consistent quality across the region.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years professional (Level 3 minimum).
• Confident communicator, motivator and mentor.
• Dedication to quality, safety and safe environments.
• Able to juggle KPIs, team dynamics and be a strong team player.
• Driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support, coach and inspire Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Ensure each nursery meets Ofsted and EYFS standards and shines brightly.
• Monitor performance, quality and compliance across the region.
• Lead audits, action planning and strategic initiatives.
• Be the go-to for safeguarding, people development and parent partnerships.
• Travel regularly between sites.

Skills

Early Years Level 3

Communication skills

Leadership & mentoring

People management

Driver's license

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Perks: Car allowance, CPD training, childcare discounts & more!

Lime Tree Nursery is a family-run business with eight nurseries across South Yorkshire and North Notts. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing, home-from-home environment for children from birth to five years, fostering curiosity and child-led learning through The Curiosity Approach. Our fully qualified practitioners are committed to inspiring creativity, independence, and a love for learning.

Due to expansion and opening new nurseries, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Area Manager to lead multiple nursery settings.

The role

As our new Nursery Area Manager, you’ll be the glue that keeps our settings strong, smiling, and successful. You will;

Support, coach, and inspire Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education

Ensure each nursery shines brightly, meeting (and exceeding!) Ofsted and EYFS standards

Monitor performance, quality, and compliance across the region

Lead on audits, action planning, and all things strategy

Be the go-to for safeguarding, people development, and parent partnerships

Travel regularly between sites – you’re never stuck behind a desk!

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Early Years pro (Level 3 minimum)
• A confident communicator, motivator and mentor
• Dedication to quality, safety, and creating warm, inspiring environments
• Able to juggle KPIs, team dynamics and be a passionate team player
• Driver’s licence & flexibility to travel

Why Join Us?

A team-first culture where ideas, fun, and kindness matter

Access to leadership coaching, and career progression within a growing company

Regular Area Manager meetups

A real chance to make an impact in young children’s lives and in your career

Celebrations, including meals out for achieving Outstanding Ofsted rating

Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)*

Staff events and team-building opportunities

If you’re ready to make a real difference every single day and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking nursery group where your ideas and enthusiasm are valued, we’d love to hear from you!