Senior Early Years Manager | Lead a Growing Nursery

Happy Days Nurseries; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & Life Assurance

20 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

DBS Update Service

Blue Light Card Membership

Digital GP 24/7

SPARK app for wellbeing

Long Service recognition

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries is seeking an experienced Early Years Manager to lead our Cirencester Edward Bears nursery. This role offers a chance to shape a high-quality learning environment while growing a leadership career within a supportive organisation.

You’ll oversee daily operations, supervise practitioners, manage budgets, and foster strong relationships with families, ensuring safe, engaging care for every child.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years/Childcare
• Proven leadership experience in an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent organisational, communication, and people management skills
• A proactive, approachable leadership style and passion for high-quality care

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of practitioners to deliver outstanding childcare
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the local community
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain a safe, nurturing environment

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Leadership

Education safeguarding

Organisational skills

People management

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Happy Days Nurseries is seeking an experienced Early Years Manager to lead our Cirencester Edward Bears nursery. This role offers a chance to shape a high-quality learning environment while growing a leadership career within a supportive organisation.

You’ll oversee daily operations, supervise practitioners, manage budgets, and foster strong relationships with families, ensuring safe, engaging care for every child.