Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 19 August 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1365356249 |
Summary
Nursery Manager – Up to £43,000
Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Nursery Manager to lead their beautiful nursery with thoughtfully designed age-specific areas and an inspiring outdoor classroom. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years professional with proven management experience and a strong track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
As Nursery Manager, you will ensure the highest standards of childcare and education, while leading and developing a passionate team. This position offers the chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment where both children and staff thrive.
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
- Previous experience as a Nursery Manager with a strong record of Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
- Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and health & safety requirements.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Effective communication and organisational abilities.
- A passion for creating a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children.
What’s On Offer
- Wellbeing support programme to promote health and resilience.
- Discounted childcare for your own family.
- Healthcare plan to support your needs.
- Benefits portal offering discounts and perks.
- Pension scheme for long-term security.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education.
- Maintain compliance with Ofsted requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Inspire, motivate, and develop a team of early years practitioners to deliver outstanding practice.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and the local community.
- Oversee planning, assessment, and implementation of the EYFS curriculum.
- Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and quality standards are consistently met.
- Drive continuous improvement and prepare for inspections with confidence.
Reference: WILL163303/EC
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