Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

Salary: £40,289 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for your next challenge? We're looking for a passionate and inspiring leader to oversee a thriving early years setting, supporting a dedicated team while creating an outstanding environment where children can flourish.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering excellent career progression, comprehensive training and outstanding employee benefits.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary of £40,289 per annum
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Additional annual leave for each year of service (up to 5 extra days)
• Birthday off every year
• Annual performance bonus of up to £5,000
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Company sick pay
• Free childcare for staff
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing support
• Clear career progression within a growing organisation

About the Setting

You'll be leading a modern nursery caring for over 80 children across 9 well-equipped rooms, supported by a friendly team of more than 20 staff.

The setting prides itself on putting children at the heart of everything it does. The team works collaboratively to create a nurturing, inspiring environment where high standards, consistency and strong relationships enable every child to thrive.

Training & Development

You'll have access to excellent ongoing professional development, including:

• Comprehensive in-house training programme
• Twice-yearly inset training days
• Internal apprenticeship academy
• Clear career pathway with genuine progression opportunities

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience managing an early years setting
• Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above)
• Has strong leadership and people management skills
• Is passionate about delivering exceptional childcare
• Has a thorough understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
• Can motivate, inspire and develop a successful team

If you're an ambitious Nursery Manager looking to join a supportive organisation where your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.