Nursery Manager - Ofsted 'Good' Setting Near Grantham

Posting date:	21 February 2026
Salary:	£35,000 to £40,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	23 March 2026
Location:	NG31 6NE
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Nurse Seekers Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	Z1082a-41483

Summary

Location: Near Grantham, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive (Negotiable DOE)
Hours: Full-Time
Setting: Quality Early Years / EYFS Nursery

Ready to lead a nursery you can genuinely be proud of?

We are looking for an inspiring, experienced Nursery Manager to take the helm of a well-regarded, Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery near Grantham. This is your opportunity to shape the culture, lead a passionate team, and make a lasting impact on the children and families you serve.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the full delivery of EYFS across the setting, ensuring every child thrives
• Manage, mentor, and motivate your team to deliver outstanding early years education
• Build strong, trusted relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies
• Oversee financial management, budgets, and marketing strategy
• Champion safeguarding and act as SENCO lead across the setting
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain inspection readiness

What You'll Need

• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent) — Essential
• 2+ years in a senior Early Years leadership role
• Strong working knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and SENCO responsibilities
• Experience managing finances and staff within a childcare setting
• Level 2 Maths & English
• Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service preferred)

The Package

• Very competitive salary
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Clear career progression opportunities
• A supportive, established team in a well-run setting

Apply today with your CV or email ollie@zero2five.co.uk to find out more about this Nursery Manager opportunity near Grantham.