Nursery Manager – Early Years Leadership Role

About the role

Our client is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience for children from birth to pre‑school in a safe and stimulating environment. As a Nursery Manager you will lead the centre, ensuring high standards of care and education while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for children, parents, and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment that promotes children’s learning.
• Manage the day‑to‑day operations of the nursery, delivering outstanding standards of care and education in partnership with colleagues and families.
• Meet commercial and people‑focused objectives, ensuring the nursery operates efficiently and profitably.
• Lead and develop the nursery team, handling conflict resolution and monitoring performance.
• Uphold minimum operating standards while inspiring colleagues to deliver the best childcare and education.

Required profile

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• At least two years of early‑years experience, with management experience preferred.
• ICT qualification or strong knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted Early Education Inspection Framework.

What we offer

• Genuine opportunities for career progression and access to professional training.
• Pension scheme and 60% childcare discount.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, birthday off, and health & wellbeing support.
• Rewards and recognition programmes, refer‑a‑friend bonus scheme.