Position: Nursery Manager

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum

Location: Greater Manchester Area

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Nursery Manager on behalf of our client, a leading nursery in the area known for its outstanding educational standards and nurturing environment.

Our client values their people, seeing childcare as a true profession rather than just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, our client is committed to offering new opportunities and challenges, helping you to grow and excel.

About the Role:

The Nursery Manager will lead a supportive and dynamic team in an Ofsted-rated Outstanding setting. You will need to be a natural leader, highly organised, enthusiastic, and creative. In this role, you’ll inspire both your team and the children, creating an environment where learning is fun and every day brings new adventures.

Why Join Our Client?

Beach and forest school programmes

Good on site parking facilities

A variety of staff benefits including:

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks, including fresh fruit

Accredited training through the KP Academy

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave

Regular staff rewards and team appreciation events

Long service awards

A dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the smooth daily running of the nursery

Lead and inspire a team to deliver the highest standards of childcare

Uphold and promote our client’s values and ethos, ensuring children are always at the heart of everything

Requirements:

Must hold at least a Level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years education

Strong understanding of the EYFS framework

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding practices

Previous senior leadership experience within a nursery setting

GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths (or willingness to achieve this within 2 years)

What’s on Offer:

A competitive salary of up to £42,000 per annum

Pension plan

Annual leave including bank holidays

Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about leading a nursery that truly values its staff and the children it cares for, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

Please note that our client is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Important: Successful candidates will be subject to background checks, including online searches, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.