Nursery Manager - Nottingham

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Loyal Blue Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, two-time award-winning nursery group that has been rated 'Outstanding' across all their settings by Ofsted.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to lead a welcoming, home-from-home nursery in Nottingham. If you're someone who inspires others, leads with care, and thrives in a high-quality, early years setting - we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As Nursery Manager, you'll lead a dedicated team and be responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring a safe, organised, and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.

Your key responsibilities will include:

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Leading and supporting the Deputy Manager, Room Leaders and wider team

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Creating a warm, inspiring, and educational environment that promotes learning through play

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Maintaining compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety, and company policies

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Managing staff deployment, rotas, appraisals and inductions

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Engaging positively with parents and carers via face-to-face, digital, and written communication

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Preparing for Ofsted inspections and internal audits

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Supporting the development of a strong team culture and shared vision

What We're Looking For

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A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum)

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Strong leadership experience in a nursery setting

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Excellent understanding of EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding guidelines

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Organised, confident, and passionate about delivering high standards of early years care

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Clear communicator, with a friendly and professional manner

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Ability to build strong relationships with both families and colleagues

Why Apply?

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Join a nursery group that's two-time award-winning and holds Ofsted 'Outstanding' across the board

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Be part of a supportive, values-led environment with a strong 'family feel'

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Opportunities for further development and training

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Play a central role in shaping a safe and inspiring place for children to thrive

Interested?
Apply today via CV Library or get in touch with Loyal Blue Recruitment for more information