Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 21 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 August 2025 |
| Location: | Hucknall, Nottingham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Happy Nurses |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are seeking a nursery manager to work full time for 52 weeks per year all year round.
The Role:
As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the full leadership, development, and day-to-day management of the nursery, from pre-opening stages through to ongoing operations. Your focus will be on delivering exceptional care and education, building a strong and happy team, and ensuring the nursery thrives both in quality and performance.
Why This Nursery Will Stand Out:
The Nottinghamshire nursery will feature:
A beautifully designed extensive nature garden and outdoor play areas
A children’s kitchen for hands-on learning experiences
A purpose-built sensory room and atelier to support curiosity and creativity
A dedicated staff training and wellbeing room for professional development and colleague care
You’ll be helping to bring this vision to life — with full operational support behind you.
The Role:
As Nursery Manager, you’ll take the lead in creating a warm, nurturing, and high-performing environment for children, families, and your team. You’ll work closely with our Head Office team to oversee the pre-opening and launch of the nursery and then continue to ensure exceptional standards and outcomes for years to come.
You’ll Be Supported By:
A dedicated Operations Manager
Our Accounts & Finance Team
An experienced Marketing & Admissions Team
Our Maintenance and Facilities Support
Senior Leadership who are hands-on and accessible
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the full nursery setup process, including registration, recruitment, and resourcing
Ensure the nursery meets and exceeds all EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding requirements
Recruit, manage, and motivate a high-performing team
Drive occupancy and maintain excellent relationships with families
Ensure outstanding standards of care, teaching, and learning across the setting
Manage budgets, staffing, compliance, and all operational aspects
Essential Requirements:
Proven experience as a Nursery Manager in an Ofsted-registered setting
Experience managing large nurseries
Previous Area Manager experience or Senior Manager roles in larger settings would be ideal
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, Ofsted frameworks, and safeguarding
A confident leader with the ability to build and lead an exceptional team
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Passion for early years education and a child-centred approach to leadership
What We Offer:
Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses
Full support with the nursery’s pre-opening setup with a strong head office team
Opportunities for career progression within a growing nursery group
Ongoing CPD and training
Childcare discounts and staff wellbeing support
A friendly, family-run company culture that values and supports its leaders
Sound Like Your Kind of Role?
This is a rare opportunity to take the lead on a high-profile new opening with everything in place to support your success. If you’re an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting new challenge with a strong team behind you — we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year
please apply using your CV and we will aim to respond within 3 working days
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
The Role:
As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the full leadership, development, and day-to-day management of the nursery, from pre-opening stages through to ongoing operations. Your focus will be on delivering exceptional care and education, building a strong and happy team, and ensuring the nursery thrives both in quality and performance.
Why This Nursery Will Stand Out:
The Nottinghamshire nursery will feature:
A beautifully designed extensive nature garden and outdoor play areas
A children’s kitchen for hands-on learning experiences
A purpose-built sensory room and atelier to support curiosity and creativity
A dedicated staff training and wellbeing room for professional development and colleague care
You’ll be helping to bring this vision to life — with full operational support behind you.
The Role:
As Nursery Manager, you’ll take the lead in creating a warm, nurturing, and high-performing environment for children, families, and your team. You’ll work closely with our Head Office team to oversee the pre-opening and launch of the nursery and then continue to ensure exceptional standards and outcomes for years to come.
You’ll Be Supported By:
A dedicated Operations Manager
Our Accounts & Finance Team
An experienced Marketing & Admissions Team
Our Maintenance and Facilities Support
Senior Leadership who are hands-on and accessible
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the full nursery setup process, including registration, recruitment, and resourcing
Ensure the nursery meets and exceeds all EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding requirements
Recruit, manage, and motivate a high-performing team
Drive occupancy and maintain excellent relationships with families
Ensure outstanding standards of care, teaching, and learning across the setting
Manage budgets, staffing, compliance, and all operational aspects
Essential Requirements:
Proven experience as a Nursery Manager in an Ofsted-registered setting
Experience managing large nurseries
Previous Area Manager experience or Senior Manager roles in larger settings would be ideal
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, Ofsted frameworks, and safeguarding
A confident leader with the ability to build and lead an exceptional team
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Passion for early years education and a child-centred approach to leadership
What We Offer:
Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses
Full support with the nursery’s pre-opening setup with a strong head office team
Opportunities for career progression within a growing nursery group
Ongoing CPD and training
Childcare discounts and staff wellbeing support
A friendly, family-run company culture that values and supports its leaders
Sound Like Your Kind of Role?
This is a rare opportunity to take the lead on a high-profile new opening with everything in place to support your success. If you’re an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting new challenge with a strong team behind you — we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year
please apply using your CV and we will aim to respond within 3 working days
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)