Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,000 to £38,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 August 2025 |
| Location: | RG30 1EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Educare Private Day Nursery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Edu02 |
Summary
Overview
Are you an experienced childcare leader ready to take the lead? Join our beautifully refurbished nursery in Reading and shape a nurturing, high-quality early years setting from the ground up.
What We Offer
£33,000-38,000 salary (depending on experience)
Performance-related bonus
Career progression & leadership development
Paid training and CPD opportunities
Flexitime & generous holiday allowance
Pension scheme & Employee Wellbeing Programme
Childcare discount
Free on-site parking
About the Role
You’ll lead a passionate team and ensure excellence across care, education, and compliance. You'll manage inspections, curriculum delivery, staffing, and quality standards.
Your Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your team to deliver outstanding practice
Oversee EYFS curriculum planning and implementation
Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections
Build strong relationships with families and staff
Ensure safeguarding, compliance, and operational efficiency
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Level 3 in Early Years (Level 4/5 preferred)
Experience managing or deputising in a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ nursery
Proven ability to lead Ofsted inspections and uphold EYFS standards
DSL & Safer Recruitment training (or willingness to obtain)
Paediatric First Aid & Food Hygiene Level 2 certification
Confident with nursery software and systems
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts (no weekends)
Safeguarding
All offers subject to enhanced DBS check. Disclosures must be declared per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply now to join a supportive and ambitious team committed to exceptional early years education.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: £33,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Bereavement leave
Casual dress
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Sick pay
Transport links
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Expected start date: 01/09/2025
Are you an experienced childcare leader ready to take the lead? Join our beautifully refurbished nursery in Reading and shape a nurturing, high-quality early years setting from the ground up.
What We Offer
£33,000-38,000 salary (depending on experience)
Performance-related bonus
Career progression & leadership development
Paid training and CPD opportunities
Flexitime & generous holiday allowance
Pension scheme & Employee Wellbeing Programme
Childcare discount
Free on-site parking
About the Role
You’ll lead a passionate team and ensure excellence across care, education, and compliance. You'll manage inspections, curriculum delivery, staffing, and quality standards.
Your Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your team to deliver outstanding practice
Oversee EYFS curriculum planning and implementation
Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections
Build strong relationships with families and staff
Ensure safeguarding, compliance, and operational efficiency
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Level 3 in Early Years (Level 4/5 preferred)
Experience managing or deputising in a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ nursery
Proven ability to lead Ofsted inspections and uphold EYFS standards
DSL & Safer Recruitment training (or willingness to obtain)
Paediatric First Aid & Food Hygiene Level 2 certification
Confident with nursery software and systems
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts (no weekends)
Safeguarding
All offers subject to enhanced DBS check. Disclosures must be declared per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply now to join a supportive and ambitious team committed to exceptional early years education.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: £33,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Bereavement leave
Casual dress
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Sick pay
Transport links
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Expected start date: 01/09/2025