Senior Nursery Manager: Lead EYFS Team & Curriculum

ACR Recruitment & Training Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a team of Early Years Practitioners and oversee daily operations in a 0-5 setting.

You will ensure statutory compliance, deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum, build strong relationships with parents and professionals, and work with Directors on health, safety, recruitment and staff development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements.
• Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities.
• Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a team of Early Years Practitioners and oversee daily operations in a 0-5 setting.

You will ensure statutory compliance, deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum, build strong relationships with parents and professionals, and work with Directors on health, safety, recruitment and staff development.