Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | BL9 7TD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Creche n Co Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NM Fairfield's 2026 |
Summary
Main Purpose:
• To deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years
• To fulfil legal and statutory requirements and to supervise staff on a day to day basis
• To manage the day-to-day activities of the setting
• To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
• To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development
• To manage other staff within the nursery setting
• To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Director
Person Specification
Essential Criteria Education & Qualifications
At least 3 years’ experience working in an EYFS setting
Proven experience working in management in EYFS setting as a senior member of staff
NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Extensive knowledge of the EYFS and of high-quality early years’ practice including statutory requirements
Knowledge of and commitment to child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and SEN/Inclusion
Paediatric First Aid & Food Hygiene Training
Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding and Safeguarding procedures
Understanding of relevant polices/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation. Enhanced DBS Police Check
Experience/ Knowledge
Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
Experience of working with or caring for children ideally in a variety of early years’ settings. Recent relevant experience of working in an integrated care and education setting with a 2 – 5 years’ provision or Early Years setting.
Experience of working as a key worker for a group of children and their families.
Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
Commitment to equal opportunities and understanding of religious and cultural diversity. Ability to create and implement basic systems for child records.
Ability to manage budgets effectively
Experience of administering free entitlement funding and payment processes
Experience of marketing and admissions processes
Skills & Attributes
Be responsible, patient and approachable, with a caring personality
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Excellent verbal and communication skills with staff, children and parents
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
Ability to write detailed reports and keep clear and accurate records
Ability to lead a team, manage effectively and efficiently upholding positive working relationships and an effective mentor.
Ability to observe, assess and report on children's behaviour
Flexibility and adaptability in the face of challenging circumstances with a respect for confidentiality.
High level of initiative and creativity
Ability to plan, devise and develop systems of work
Empathy and understanding of children under five
Good IT skills
Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible
Desirable Criteria Education & Qualifications
Working towards (or completed) early years’ degree, or EYTS
Early Years financial management experience
Experience of leading and supporting a team
Safer recruitment training
• To deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years
• To fulfil legal and statutory requirements and to supervise staff on a day to day basis
• To manage the day-to-day activities of the setting
• To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
• To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development
• To manage other staff within the nursery setting
• To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Director
Person Specification
Essential Criteria Education & Qualifications
At least 3 years’ experience working in an EYFS setting
Proven experience working in management in EYFS setting as a senior member of staff
NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Extensive knowledge of the EYFS and of high-quality early years’ practice including statutory requirements
Knowledge of and commitment to child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and SEN/Inclusion
Paediatric First Aid & Food Hygiene Training
Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding and Safeguarding procedures
Understanding of relevant polices/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation. Enhanced DBS Police Check
Experience/ Knowledge
Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
Experience of working with or caring for children ideally in a variety of early years’ settings. Recent relevant experience of working in an integrated care and education setting with a 2 – 5 years’ provision or Early Years setting.
Experience of working as a key worker for a group of children and their families.
Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
Commitment to equal opportunities and understanding of religious and cultural diversity. Ability to create and implement basic systems for child records.
Ability to manage budgets effectively
Experience of administering free entitlement funding and payment processes
Experience of marketing and admissions processes
Skills & Attributes
Be responsible, patient and approachable, with a caring personality
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Excellent verbal and communication skills with staff, children and parents
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
Ability to write detailed reports and keep clear and accurate records
Ability to lead a team, manage effectively and efficiently upholding positive working relationships and an effective mentor.
Ability to observe, assess and report on children's behaviour
Flexibility and adaptability in the face of challenging circumstances with a respect for confidentiality.
High level of initiative and creativity
Ability to plan, devise and develop systems of work
Empathy and understanding of children under five
Good IT skills
Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible
Desirable Criteria Education & Qualifications
Working towards (or completed) early years’ degree, or EYTS
Early Years financial management experience
Experience of leading and supporting a team
Safer recruitment training