Description- Carlton Colville Primary School Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 8DG
- pro rata*
- 35 hours per week over 5 days term time plus 1 week
- Permanent
- Reference: 7444
- Required from September 2025 (possibly July if available)
*Pay award pending.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and innovative Nursery Manager to establish and lead a brand-new nursery provision within our thriving primary school. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to shape a high-quality learning environment for children aged 3 to 4 years we would love to hear from you!
At Carlton Colville Primary School we take immense pride in the daily achievements of our 400 pupils and are committed to fostering a supportive and thriving school community. We are thrilled to develop our early years offering with the launch of a new nursery in Septemberan amazing space where the Nursery Manager will play a key role in shaping its future alongside an experienced and passionate team of professionals.
Key Responsibilities
As our Nursery Manager you will:
- develop and shape an outstanding nursery provision aligned with our schools ethos
- recruit inspire and lead a passionate nursery team
- ensure excellence in early years education by creating a safe engaging and nurturing environment
- oversee nursery operations and compliance to maintain high-quality standards.
You will:
- need to have qualifications appropriate to the position - Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- bring a positive and proactive attitude to your work
- champion our schools vision and values in everything you do
- set high expectations for all children to reach their full potential
- take responsibility for making the best choices for the children you work with
- create an engaging safe and stimulating learning environment that nurtures growth
- demonstrate initiative motivation and enthusiasm every day
- collaborate effectively to create exceptional learning experiences.
Why Join Carlton Colville Primary School
At Carlton Colville Primary School you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering excellence and continuous improvement in early years education.
We will offer you:
- a welcoming and caring space where everyone is valued
- a commitment to investing in professional growth
- a platform to develop and refine your skills and abilities
- a dedicated team of supportive staff and governors
- endless opportunities for innovative curriculum development and enrichment
- wonderful children who make every day exciting.
To find out more
Please read the Job Description (docx)andApplication Guidance (docx)
We would love to welcome you for an informal visitcome and see first-hand how you could make a lasting impact on our nursery and school community. To arrange a visit or for an informal conversation about the role please call Kay Everett-Day Business Manager on 0 or email
How to apply
Please complete theApplication Form (docx)and email to
Closing date: midday 11 June 2025.
Interview date: week commencing 16 June 2025.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and childrens barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.
Required Experience:
Manager