Nursery Manager
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Leicester |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Nursery Manager
Up to £45,000 per year
This is an opportunity to make your mark on a nursery, whether you’re an established Nursery Manager or an experienced Deputy ready to take that next step.
Set within a fantastic purpose-built facility, the nursery provides bright, spacious environments specifically designed for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Each room leads directly to outdoor space, allowing children to move naturally between indoor and outdoor experiences and making fresh air, physical activity and exploration an everyday part of nursery life.
We’re looking for a confident Early Years Manager to take responsibility for the setting, bringing together strong practice, supportive team leadership and the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.
What We’re Looking For
A
full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Previous Nursery Manager experience
or strong Deputy Nursery Manager experience with the readiness to step up
Strong knowledge of the
EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Proven experience leading, motivating and developing an Early Years team
Confidence overseeing the day-to-day operations of a busy nursery
Experience managing staffing, ratios and compliance
Strong organisational and decision-making skills
The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
A hands-on leadership style and commitment to delivering high-quality Early Years care
What You’ll Receive
Salary up to £45,000
Full-time hours
On-site parking
Subsidised meals
Training and development opportunities
Pension scheme
Uniform provided
Leading the Nursery
Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the setting
Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team
Maintain consistently high standards of care and education across all age groups
Ensure the EYFS is embedded effectively throughout the nursery
Oversee safeguarding, compliance, staffing, ratios, health and safety
Support practitioners to make full use of the nursery’s indoor and outdoor environments
Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the setting
Build strong relationships with parents and families
Support staff development through coaching, supervision and training
Create a positive culture where both children and practitioners can thrive
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL259419/SM
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