Nursery Manager in Stockport, Greater Manchester

Nursery Manager

Location : Stockport
Fixed-term contract : November 2026 - June 2027
Hours: 7:30am - 6:00pm
Salary: GBP16 - GBP20 per hour depending on experience

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for your next challenge?

We are seeking a confident, passionate, and organised Nursery Manager to lead a busy and welcoming nursery in Stockport on a fixed-term basis from November 2026 to June 2027, with the potential for the contract to be extended.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering outstanding early years education while supporting and developing a dedicated nursery team.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day management of the nursery.
Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and education are maintained.
Manage, motivate, and support nursery staff to achieve excellent outcomes.
Oversee compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
Build strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionals.
Monitor occupancy levels and contribute to the nursery's continued growth and success.
Manage staff rotas, performance, and training requirements.
Ensure a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for all children.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year's experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager with significant leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Experience managing staff performance and supporting professional development.
Passionate about providing high-quality childcare and early years education.
Ability to work the full nursery operating hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm.

Nursery Manager - How to Apply

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can utilise your skills, gain further experience and make a real difference in early years education, Michaela would love to hear from you. Send your CV ASAP to be considered for a November 2026 start.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

Accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
In-house Training and Development Team.