Cover Nursery Manager - multiple locations
| Company: | Clarence House Day Nurseries Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £36,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Cambridgeshire |
| Working pattern: | Field-based |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Are you an experienced Early Years leader who thrives on variety and enjoys leading teams to deliver outstanding childcare? We are looking for a dynamic Cover Nursery Manager to join our nursery group, providing leadership and stability across our settings.
This is a key role supporting our nurseries during periods of absence – covering managers’ holidays and stepping in as interim manager while we recruit for permanent leadership positions.
You will be required to travel across our nursery sites in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Northamptonshire.
This is a full-time permanent position. You will be working 40 hours a week.
Your rate of pay will be from £36,000/year, depending on experience.
Duties
Step into the role of Nursery Manager across different sites, ensuring smooth day-to-day running of the nursery;
Lead, inspire, and support staff teams to deliver high-quality care and education;
Maintain compliance with Ofsted, EYFS, safeguarding, health & safety and relevant early years legislation;
Build strong partnerships with parents and carers;
Drive occupancy, staff morale, and operational excellence wherever you are based;
Contribute to continuous improvement across the group through best practice sharing and development planning;
Represent the nursery group professionally, adapting quickly to new environments and team structures.
What we’re looking for:
Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step
A full and relevant Level 3 or above childcare qualification
Strong leadership skills with the ability to adapt quickly to new environments
Excellent knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements
Flexibility to travel between nurseries within our group
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
Why join us?
Competitive salary + mileage allowance
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to make a real impact by supporting nurseries at pivotal times
Variety in your role
If you’re a confident leader who can bring stability, energy, and excellence to nurseries when it’s needed most, we’d love to hear from you.
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