Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager to join a well-established early-year provider, committed to creating a safe, nurturing and development-focused environment for young children whilst supporting families and carers. As a Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager, you will lead nursery operations, oversee staff, ensure compliance, and maintain high standards of childcare provision. This full-time role offers salary range of £40,000 - £45,000 and benefits. You will have minimum 1 year of experience working as a Nursery Manager or 2 years of experience working as a Deputy Manager You will be responsible for: ? Leading and supporting the nursery team, ensuring consistent high-quality practice. ? Overseeing day-to-day operations, including staffing rotas and operational planning. ? Ensuring funding hours are accurately recorded and processed through relevant systems. ? Creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for children's development. ? Communicating with parents and carers regarding progress, wellbeing and updates. ? Ensuring full compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements. ? Managing key administrative duties including records, audits, and payroll submissions. Essential Requirements About You ? Previous experience as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Early Years Manager, Childcare Manager or in a similar early years leadership role ? Background working directly with children and understanding of child development principles. ? Level 3 Childcare qualification. ? Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and childcare regulations. Experience: ? Minimum 1 year of experience working as a Nursery Manager OR Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Deputy Manager. What's on offer: ? Competitive salary ? Bereavement leave ? Company events ? Referral programme ? Health & wellbeing programme Apply now for this exceptional Nursery Manager opp