Regional Nursery Director

Regional Director
Remote Based | National Travel Required
Excellent Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Regional Director to join a rapidly growing and highly respected early years organisation.

This senior leadership role carries full operational, commercial and people responsibility for a portfolio of nurseries across a defined region. Reporting directly to the Chief Early Years Officer, the successful candidate will lead a team of Area Managers to deliver outstanding operational standards, sustainable commercial performance and exceptional childcare outcomes.

This is a pivotal appointment within an ambitious and expanding group, offering the opportunity to influence operational strategy, support acquisition activity and lead the successful integration of newly acquired settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Full P&L ownership across the regional nursery portfolio
• Drive occupancy, revenue growth and overall commercial performance
• Lead, coach and develop Area Managers and senior operational teams
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding and statutory requirements
• Lead operational audits and improvement strategies across the region
• Act as the senior escalation point for safeguarding, operational and people matters
• Support acquisition activity including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, stakeholders and external partners
• Contribute to strategic operational planning alongside executive leadership
• Identify and develop future leaders within the business

Candidate Requirements

• Significant multi-site leadership experience within early years or childcare
• Proven track record of delivering operational and commercial success
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with previous P&L responsibility
• Experience managing senior operational leaders
• Excellent understanding of Ofsted and regulatory frameworks
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Resilient, highly organised and capable of operating autonomously
• Passionate about delivering exceptional early years outcomes

Essential Qualifications

• Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 qualification or above
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to travel nationally as required

The Opportunity

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a values-driven organisation during an exciting period of growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping operational excellence across the group whilst contributing to its long-term expansion strategy.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply with your CV.