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Nursery Manager

Job details
Posting date: 05 January 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 February 2026
Location: Penrith
Company: Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 1451136993

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Summary

Nursery Manager – Up to £36,000

This role is perfect for an experienced Nursery Manager who is confident leading a setting and maintaining strong standards of care and compliance. You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a newly refurbished nursery, supporting both your team and families in a calm environment.

Key Details

  • Salary: Up to £36,000
  • Contract: Permanent, full-time
  • Setting: Newly refurbished nursery

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

You’ll be managing a well-presented nursery with supportive leadership, allowing you to focus on quality, compliance, and team stability.

  • Discounted childcare
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Annual leave increasing with service
  • Extra day off for your birthday
  • Wellbeing support and team events

What You’ll Need

  • Previous experience as a Nursery Manager
  • Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
  • Strong, up-to-date knowledge of Ofsted frameworks
  • Confidence managing staff, compliance, and day-to-day operations

Desirable

  • Additional leadership qualifications

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the nursery’s daily operation
  • Maintain Ofsted readiness and compliance
  • Manage and support the staff team
  • Ensure high standards of safeguarding and care

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly with clear communication throughout.
The process is professional and straightforward.

Reference: WILL196113/JR

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