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University Nursery Centre Manager
| Posting date: | 06 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,000 to £40,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 December 2025 |
| Location: | Dryden Street, M13 9AU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thrive Childcare and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
University Nursery Centre Manager
Required at:
Holyrood Dryden Street!
40 Hours Per Week
Upto £40,500 Per Annum
Relocation package available for this role! An additional £5,000 is provided to support your move.
Nursery Opening Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
We are looking for a University Nursery Centre Manager to join our amazing team at Holyrood Dryden Street! A well established nursery with a strong reputation in the heart of Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well regarded setting with excellent transport links! As Nursery Manager, you will work in close partnership with the University of Manchester, providing high-quality childcare to both university staff and student families, while overseeing the daily running of the nursery to the highest standards. At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a Nursery Manager because to our children, you’re a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer:
Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals
Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Of Paid Leave!
Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers
Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets
Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts (T&C Apply)
Cash Health Plans - Cashback On Dental Treatment & Health Services
High Street And Gym Membership Discounts
Free Face To Face Counselling Sessions
Long Service Awards
Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive
Personal Progression Career Opportunities
DBS Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!
Plus many more amazing benefits!
Essential Criteria:
You must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (as recognised by the DfE), with at least two years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within an early years setting. You should have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding procedures, and be confident in leading a team to deliver high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.
A Little About Us:
Thrive Childcare and Education provides inspiring Childcare and Education throughout the North West of England and Scotland. Our teams are friendly, fun, and dedicated to making every day special. There really is no better time to join our ambitious team. We’re growing fast and are passionate about developing our people and we recognise individual’s potential through promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and our innovative approach to Education, we welcome you to come and join our growing family.
Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork
Required at:
Holyrood Dryden Street!
40 Hours Per Week
Upto £40,500 Per Annum
Relocation package available for this role! An additional £5,000 is provided to support your move.
Nursery Opening Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
We are looking for a University Nursery Centre Manager to join our amazing team at Holyrood Dryden Street! A well established nursery with a strong reputation in the heart of Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well regarded setting with excellent transport links! As Nursery Manager, you will work in close partnership with the University of Manchester, providing high-quality childcare to both university staff and student families, while overseeing the daily running of the nursery to the highest standards. At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a Nursery Manager because to our children, you’re a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer:
Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals
Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Of Paid Leave!
Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers
Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets
Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts (T&C Apply)
Cash Health Plans - Cashback On Dental Treatment & Health Services
High Street And Gym Membership Discounts
Free Face To Face Counselling Sessions
Long Service Awards
Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive
Personal Progression Career Opportunities
DBS Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!
Plus many more amazing benefits!
Essential Criteria:
You must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (as recognised by the DfE), with at least two years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within an early years setting. You should have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding procedures, and be confident in leading a team to deliver high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.
A Little About Us:
Thrive Childcare and Education provides inspiring Childcare and Education throughout the North West of England and Scotland. Our teams are friendly, fun, and dedicated to making every day special. There really is no better time to join our ambitious team. We’re growing fast and are passionate about developing our people and we recognise individual’s potential through promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and our innovative approach to Education, we welcome you to come and join our growing family.
Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork