Acting Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 15 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Buckingham, Buckinghamshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Action Staffing LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Acting Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) | Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Action Staffing Ltd is seeking an experienced, high-energy Acting Nursery Manager to lead a vibrant nursery setting in Aylesbury (HP20). This is a 1-year maternity cover position for a leader who is passionate about maintaining high standards of care while driving the nursery toward its next success.
Job Overview
Role: Acting Nursery Manager / Interim Head of Nursery
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire (HP20 1PH)
Salary: £40,000 per annum + Performance Bonuses
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Contract: Temporary / Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover – approx. 12 months)
Sector: Education Management / Early Years (EY)
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Overlapping with the current manager to ensure a seamless transition and day-to-day operational excellence.
Ofsted Compliance: Ensuring the setting remains fully compliant with EYFS frameworks, Statutory Framework, and Health & Safety regulations.
Team Management: Supporting and motivating a dedicated team of Early Years Practitioners and Room Leaders, conducting 1-to-1s, and fostering a positive work culture.
Occupancy & Growth: Managing parent enquiries, conducting show-rounds, and implementing marketing strategies to maintain high occupancy levels.
Financial Oversight: Monitoring budgets, managing staff-to-child ratios, and achieving nursery KPIs to trigger performance bonuses.
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualification: Minimum Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years (Level 5, Early Years Professional Status (EYPS), or Degree in Early Years is highly preferred).
Experience: Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, Senior Deputy Manager, or Center Director in a medium-to-large setting.
Safeguarding: Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection (Designated Safeguarding Lead / DSL experience is essential).
Skills: Excellent communication, strong IT literacy (experience with nursery management software like Connect Childcare or EYWorks), and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Benefits
Competitive Salary: £40,000 base pay.
Bonus Scheme: Lucrative performance-related pay and bonuses.
Supportive Environment: Work within a setting that values Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and community.
Local Commute: Conveniently located in the heart of Aylesbury with good transport links.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive leader ready to step into an established team, contact Action Staffing Ltd immediately to discuss this maternity cover opportunity:
WhatsApp: +44 7428 606908
Email: mark@actionstaffing.co.uk
Action Staffing Ltd is seeking an experienced, high-energy Acting Nursery Manager to lead a vibrant nursery setting in Aylesbury (HP20). This is a 1-year maternity cover position for a leader who is passionate about maintaining high standards of care while driving the nursery toward its next success.
Job Overview
Role: Acting Nursery Manager / Interim Head of Nursery
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire (HP20 1PH)
Salary: £40,000 per annum + Performance Bonuses
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Contract: Temporary / Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover – approx. 12 months)
Sector: Education Management / Early Years (EY)
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Overlapping with the current manager to ensure a seamless transition and day-to-day operational excellence.
Ofsted Compliance: Ensuring the setting remains fully compliant with EYFS frameworks, Statutory Framework, and Health & Safety regulations.
Team Management: Supporting and motivating a dedicated team of Early Years Practitioners and Room Leaders, conducting 1-to-1s, and fostering a positive work culture.
Occupancy & Growth: Managing parent enquiries, conducting show-rounds, and implementing marketing strategies to maintain high occupancy levels.
Financial Oversight: Monitoring budgets, managing staff-to-child ratios, and achieving nursery KPIs to trigger performance bonuses.
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualification: Minimum Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years (Level 5, Early Years Professional Status (EYPS), or Degree in Early Years is highly preferred).
Experience: Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, Senior Deputy Manager, or Center Director in a medium-to-large setting.
Safeguarding: Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection (Designated Safeguarding Lead / DSL experience is essential).
Skills: Excellent communication, strong IT literacy (experience with nursery management software like Connect Childcare or EYWorks), and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Benefits
Competitive Salary: £40,000 base pay.
Bonus Scheme: Lucrative performance-related pay and bonuses.
Supportive Environment: Work within a setting that values Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and community.
Local Commute: Conveniently located in the heart of Aylesbury with good transport links.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive leader ready to step into an established team, contact Action Staffing Ltd immediately to discuss this maternity cover opportunity:
WhatsApp: +44 7428 606908
Email: mark@actionstaffing.co.uk