28 Nursery Manager jobs - February 2024

Job Advert: Nursery Manager Location: Perrotts Folly Nursery, St Vincents Hall, Botany Walk, Birmingham, B16 8ED Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job Type: Permanent About the Role We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our team at Perrotts Folly Nursery. Having recently completed our initial registration journey in late 2024, we are seeking an enthusiastic leader who can drive high standards of care, manage day-to-day operations, and help our setting thrive. Key Responsibilities Ensure full compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Ofsted guidelines. Lead on staff recruitment, induction, mentoring, and regular supervision. Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and maintain a secure environment for all children. Build strong, professional partnerships with parents, carers, and the local community....

Lead one of London's most unique nurseries   At The Hive, children spend their days outdoors. Our Forest School nursery is based at Stave Hill Ecology Park, where children have the freedom to explore the woodland, meadow and open spaces, develop confidence and independence, and build a strong connection with the natural world. We’re looking for an experienced Forest School Nursery Manager to lead our small nursery team. We’re looking for someone who values child-led learning, strong relationships and giving children the time and space to follow their interests. It’s a hands-on role with plenty of variety, and a real opportunity to help shape how the nursery develops over the coming years.     About The Hive   The Hive is a Certified B Corporation and one of London's leading Forest School organisations. Since 2014, we've welcomed thousands of children through our Forest School holiday camps, workshops and outdoor learning programmes. Since...

Nursery Manager Acorn Childcare - Cold Harbour Day Nursery & Nature Kindergarten Full Time | £37,440-£48,256 Per annum/£18-£23 Per hour If you are offered a Manager role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Leadership Opportunity Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a nursery that has a strong outdoor learning ethos? At Acorn Cold Harbour , we are passionate about providing exceptional early years experiences that inspire curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to lead our talented team and continue driving outstanding outcomes for children, families and staff.  About Acorn Cold Harbour At the heart of Acorn Cold Harbour is our day nursery, where babies and young children receive high-quality care and early education in warm,...

Nursery Manager Registered Manager | EYFS & Safeguarding Lead | Full-time, permanent Reports to: Owner & Director (board level only) Manages: Deputy Manager, Business & Operations Coordinator, all Practitioners Registered places: 116 children aged 0 to 5 Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexibility required for Ofsted, events and quarterly board meetings. Contract: Permanent, subject to 6-month probationary period, enhanced DBS clearance with barred list check, and Ofsted suitability checks. Start date: As soon as possible. A structured 4 to 6 week handover with the outgoing manager is built into the process. Role purpose The Nursery Manager is the operational and professional heart of Dickory Docks. You will lead every aspect of the nursery's day-to-day operation: the quality of care and education delivered to children, the development and wellbeing of your team, compliance with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, and the...

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our close-knit rural setting supporting the existing team. Are you passionate about creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where children are encouraged to explore, investigate and develop their own ideas through a curiosity-led approach? We are looking for an inspirational and dedicated Preschool Manager to lead our warm and welcoming, charity-run rural setting. The successful candidate will work closely with our dedicated team, families and wider community, providing a strong leadership while ensuring the highest standards of care, learning and safeguarding. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic leader to join our established team. Essential Qualifications for this role: A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification as a minimum. Safeguarding/Child Protection training appropriate to the role. Experience working in an early years/preschool setting, with experience of...

Early Years Practitioners – Opportunities Across Oxfordshire SOEC Recruitment is building a network of brilliant Early Years professionals looking for their next opportunity across Oxfordshire. Whether you're actively job hunting, thinking about making a change, or simply curious about what opportunities might be available, I'd love to hear from you. I'm looking to connect with: Level 2 and Level 3 Early Years Practitioners Nursery Nurses Room Leaders Deputy Managers Nursery Managers Experienced Early Years professionals This isn't an application for one specific vacancy. By registering with SOEC, you can tell me what you are looking for: your preferred location, hours, type of setting and the role you'd like next. When a suitable opportunity comes up, I can then get in touch to see whether it's something you'd be interested in. There is no charge to candidates for registering with SOEC or for our recruitment service. Roles: Permanent,...

DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER – TERM TIME ONLY 📍 Woodford Green / Barking, East London Hours: 30 hours per week,Term Term only (some flexibility may be considered for an exceptional Csndidate) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only £15.00 - £16.00  per hour + accrued holiday pay (depending on experience) 🗓️ Term Time Only – Excellent Work-Life Balance SpectacularKidz is looking for an experienced, confident and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our growing Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy, Third in Charge, Senior Practitioner or strong Room Leader who is ready to take the next step into nursery leadership. ✨ Why join us? • Term-time working – enjoy the school holidays and a better work-life balance • Accrued holiday pay on top of your term-time earnings • Opportunities for additional holiday cover work if you would like to earn more • Genuine opportunity for career progression within our growing group...

We are looking for an outstanding Nursery Manager to join our client’s team. This will be a varied “hands on” Manager role working for a lovely settingwho are looking for a personable and passionate Manager that enjoys all area of the role and has experience as a Manager in previous settings. The role of the Nursery Manager will include: Ensure that children are kept safe, and that staff understand, and when necessary, follow safeguarding procedures Promote and facilitate partnerships with parents/carers and other family members To manage and be responsible for the day to day running of the nursery to ensure a safe and efficient Day Nursery To implement the daily routine To ensure the safety and hygiene of all equipment, repairs or replacement as necessary To ensure that the nursery is safe, stimulating and compliant with EYFS, Ofsted, Local Authorities, relevant bodies and safeguarding requirements. To manage and deliver against agreed Key...

Purpose of the role The Nursery Manager will provide visible, hands-on leadership during the launch and early growth of Lily’s Nursery and Daycare. The postholder will ensure that children are safeguarded, that the nursery is ready to operate safely and effectively, and that families receive a welcoming, reliable and high-quality service. Key responsibilities ·        Lead the nursery’s safeguarding culture and ensure children’s welfare, safety and wellbeing are promoted at all times. ·        Establish consistently high standards of care, early learning, inclusion, health, hygiene and parent partnership. ·        Build and lead a skilled, dependable and values-led staff team. ·        Prepare the nursery for opening, ensuring rooms, resources, records, policies, staffing and operational systems are in place. ·        Promote Lily’s Nursery and Daycare and lead the enquiry, visit, registration and settling-in journey so that places are filled...

We’re looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our small, but steadily growing, friendly nursery in Ashington. This position offers more than just managing a nursery. It’s about creating a space where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn; where families know they’re in good hands; and where your team enjoys coming to work each day. You’ll be joining a well-established nursery group with a supportive local team behind you, giving you the freedom to lead while having the support you need to thrive.   What you’ll be doing As Nursery Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring that we continue to provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for every child. You’ll lead by example, spending time with your team, supporting them on the floor, coaching their development, and celebrating their successes. You’ll build positive relationships with parents, collaborate closely with external...

Job Description: At Tiny Treasures, we believe every child is unique, full of potential, and deserving of the very best start in life. With three vibrant rooms (Baby Room, Toddler Room, and Pre-School), we care for up to 65 children in a warm, welcoming space rated Good by Ofsted. We’re open 7:30am–6:30pm, Monday to Friday, and we’re proud of our nurturing ethos, strong parent partnerships, and commitment to high-quality early years education. We have recently renovated our garden area, offering a bright and stimulating space for our children. Working hours can be full-time over 4 or 5 days. Overview: We’re looking for a confident, compassionate, and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our Tiny Treasures team. You’ll be the heartbeat of the nursery inspiring staff, championing curriculum excellence, and ensuring every child thrives in a safe, stimulating environment. This is more than a management role it’s a chance to shape practice, build relationships, and lead...

Nursery Manager – Acorn at Hedgerows, Netherfield About the Role At Acorn Early Years, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We are looking for a passionate and values-driven Nursery Manager to lead Hedgerows Nursery, creating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children, families, and staff feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This role is rooted in our commitment to working alongside families and communities, particularly those facing social and economic challenges and in partnership with the adjoining Family Centre. You will play a vital role in building strong relationships, supporting early intervention, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. What You’ll Be Doing Inspiring Leadership Lead with compassion, integrity, and a clear commitment to putting children first Create a positive, inclusive culture where staff feel supported, motivated, and proud of their work...

Nursery Manager needed at this vibrant and welcoming nursery in Tower Hamlets! We are looking for a Nursery Manager who is passionate about early years education and has experience working as a Manager or Deputy Manager in a nursery. You will ensure safeguarding practices are followed at all times and that the curriculum is implemented effectively and fully in line with EYFS requirements. As a Nursery Manager, some of your key responsibilities will also include building relationships with parents/carers, managing staff and resources, and promoting a positive and inclusive atmosphere in the nursery for both staff and children. This nursery really values its staff, and this is a great role for a Deputy Manager looking for a step up or a Nursery Manager looking for a change! Benefits of working here include: A salary that recognises your value Opportunities for fast progression All training fully-funded Paid time away from nursery for face to face training Cycle-to-work...

We have an exciting opportunity for an Early Years Specialist with experience of leadership and management to lead our 'outstanding' Pre-School provision. The working pattern is: 8.00am-4.00pm Mon-Thursday & 8.00am-3.30pm Fridays (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break).   This is a term-time only role (+ optional 5-10 days extra days during school holidays). The setting is open 8.45am-3.00pm (school days only) and there is some flexibility with working hours outside of these times. This is a term time only job with some insets it would be perfect for an Early Years Professional who would like to benefit from term time only working arrangements  The successful candidate will: Lead the Pre-School team offering high-quality early education Manage the day-to-day running of the pre-school Plan & Deliver a balanced curriculum using the EYFS framework Assess  children’s development and use this to plan and deliver sessions & interventions Take...

Purpose of the Job To work as part of the playgroup team, providing effective management and leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care and education for pre-school and pre-pre-school children. To fulfil all legal and statutory requirements and to contribute to and implement the playgroup’s policies and procedures. The overall policies and procedures of the group are set by the Management Committee, to whom the Manager/Leader is accountable. Within this framework, the Manager/Leader is responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring a safe, caring, and welcoming environment for all children and their families.

Thank you for your interest in the role of Nursery and Pre-School Lead Practitioner at Edith Weston Academy , we hope you will feel inspired to apply to be part of our team.   We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Nursery and Pre-School Practitioner (Level 3+) to join our team as a Lead within our provision. This vacancy is a full-time post. We also have a Wrap Around Care Lead position available should you wish to combine the two positions.   We are looking for someone who can: ·        Plan and deliver an exciting environment with an engaging provision to enthuse our early learners.   ·        Foster a positive and inclusive culture that promotes well-being and strong early foundations to support future academic excellence ·        Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to support their learning journey ·        Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and resources ·        Build strong...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Manager. Location:  Maples Day Nursery | Winchester | SO22 6RT. Nursery capacity:  124 places. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:00-18:30. Salary:  £42,178.50-£55,419 per annum (pro-rata)  plus discretionary bonus scheme. Responsible to:  Area Manager. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.  Why join us? Generous annual leave:   30 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:   Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the...

Are you ready to inspire and lead an Outstanding Early Years Provision in a Unique Forest School Environment? We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Manager to join our team and make a difference every day. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead our setting, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can thrive. Rosedene’s mission is to provide the most enriching learning opportunities , within a nurturing environment , for our children to be kind, curious and confident, ready to shape the world. We’re a small family business, established for over 30 years and we’re proud of the high-quality experiences we offer across our 11 nurseries in the North of England. This is only made possible by our exceptional nursery teams. Our children & families are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to recruit a trustworthy and passionate person who is...

Overview We are seeking a dedicated and   experienced   Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations within a vibrant early childhood education setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and leadership skills, with a passion for working with children and supporting their developmental needs. This role offers an opportunity to lead a team of childcare professionals, ensure high standards of care, and foster a nurturing environment for young learners. Applicants should be organised, communicative, and committed to delivering exceptional early years education. Responsibilities Lead and manage the nursery team, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure effective daily operations. Develop and implement educational programmes that promote children's development in line with early childhood education standards. Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and licensing requirements. Foster positive...

Yüme Wandsworth Nursery & Preschool is a progressive independent nursery beautifully located right next to the Wandsworth Park and Thames River in Putney, London. With good proximity (10mins walk) to Wandsworth Station and East Putney Station. Please check out our website at www.yumeschool.com. We are looking for multi-talented, experienced strong passionate professional to develop their career path with challenging but rewarding growth opportunities. This post is for qualified/Unqualified nursery educator who holds relevant UK Early Years. About the position Your role: • Supporting children's development through the provision of safe, stimulating child-centred learning and play • Delivering activities to support and extend children’s learning and development outcomes • Monitoring, assessing and recording children’s progress • Planning and delivering next steps to support children’s development • Being a responsible Key person of enrolled...