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Nursery Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
21 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About our Clients
Our client based in Jesmond is looking for a very experienced Manager to join them on their exciting journey to extend their Nursery provision. You will need to have experience of setting up and opening a setting or of being part of an acquisition together with experience of growing occupancy and nursery team. You will need to have experience in the financials of running a nursery and be able to work alongside the Finance team on the business side of running a nursery. Ideally you will have taken a setting with your team through a recent Ofsted Inspection and fully up to date on all new legislation and the EYFS.
Based on a 40 hr working week salary is c45k depending on experience together with Bonuses 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
Requirements
What are Clients are looking for
Essential for the Nursery Manager Role
Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
Minimum 4 years experience in early years including 2 years in a management or team-leading role
Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
Strong knowledge of EYFS safeguarding and health & safety practices
Experience managing nursery teams occupancy and budgets
Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate
Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
Confident leader able to support and guide staff across the nursery
Experienced in leading a nursery managing operations and driving improvements
Proactive flexible and committed to maintaining high standards
Builds strong relationships with children families and staff
Apply today to lead a nursery as the Nursery Manager and make a real difference in childrens early years!
Benefits
Nursery Manager Benefits and Perks
Company Pension
Employee Discounted Childcare
33 days Annual Leave inc Bank Holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexibility to work around your life commitments
Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done
Required Skills:
What are Clients are looking for Essential for the Nursery Manager Role Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant) Minimum 4 years experience in early years including 2 years in a management or team-leading role Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections Strong knowledge of EYFS safeguarding and health & safety practices Experience managing nursery teams occupancy and budgets Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
