Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

Hertfordshire Full Time Permanent

Salary: £38,500 - £46,000 + Welcome Bonus

About the Role

An established and well-regarded day nursery is seeking a dedicated and passionate early years professional to take on the full-time role of Nursery Manager (40 hours per week). You will be responsible for the overall management and smooth operation of the setting, ensuring children participate in engaging activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.

The successful candidate will lead and inspire a team of childcare professionals, maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment, and build strong relationships with colleagues, children and families.

What's on Offer

• Welcome Bonus (paid during your first year, subject to terms and conditions)
• Ongoing professional training and development opportunities
• Generous childcare discount for employees and immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to a health plan and 24-hour helpline
• Employee discounts across retail, dining, travel and leisure
• Employee referral bonus scheme

About You

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• GCSE Maths (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Previous experience leading a team within an early years setting
• Passion for delivering high-quality early years education
• Ability to support and enhance children's learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding, compliance and continuous professional development

About the Employer

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking childcare organisation committed to providing outstanding early years education and care. The organisation invests heavily in employee development, providing access to industry-leading training, resources and career progression opportunities.

Safeguarding

All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.