Early years Nursery Manager Maternity cover
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 40,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 April 2026 |
| Location: | 120 Stanford Ave Brighton |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | charley Barleys |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
At Charley Barleys, we are looking to recruit a passionate and caring Nursery Manager to join our team on a maternity cover basis.
This role would perfectly suit an experienced Deputy Manager or confident Room Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career, gain valuable leadership experience, and support our ‘Outstanding’ team both in the office and within the rooms.
We are proud to have two very hands-on owners and a fantastic Deputy Manager, so you will be fully supported in your role. Your focus will be to help oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining the high standards we are known for.
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Overseeing and supporting children’s learning and development across the setting
• Leading and inspiring our hardworking team, ensuring they feel supported and valued
• Assisting with the daily operational management of the nursery
• Maintaining our high standards of care, education, and safeguarding
We are open to flexible working hours, and part-time days may be considered for the right candidate.
If you are enthusiastic, nurturing, and ready to make a real difference within a supportive and friendly environment, we would love to hear from you. Must Have childcare experience and experience working in Nursery.
At Charley Barleys we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding practices and maintain the highest standards of child protection at all times.
All successful applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and appropriate suitability checks in line with safer recruitment procedures.
This role would perfectly suit an experienced Deputy Manager or confident Room Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career, gain valuable leadership experience, and support our ‘Outstanding’ team both in the office and within the rooms.
We are proud to have two very hands-on owners and a fantastic Deputy Manager, so you will be fully supported in your role. Your focus will be to help oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining the high standards we are known for.
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Overseeing and supporting children’s learning and development across the setting
• Leading and inspiring our hardworking team, ensuring they feel supported and valued
• Assisting with the daily operational management of the nursery
• Maintaining our high standards of care, education, and safeguarding
We are open to flexible working hours, and part-time days may be considered for the right candidate.
If you are enthusiastic, nurturing, and ready to make a real difference within a supportive and friendly environment, we would love to hear from you. Must Have childcare experience and experience working in Nursery.
At Charley Barleys we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding practices and maintain the highest standards of child protection at all times.
All successful applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and appropriate suitability checks in line with safer recruitment procedures.