Location: Nuneaton area
Salary: £35,000
Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

About the Setting

A well‑established, community‑focused nursery with a long‑standing, supportive team is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager. The setting has an excellent reputation locally and prides itself on providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive.

This is a great opportunity for a confident leader who wants to make a real impact in a stable, friendly, and values‑driven nursery.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary and pension

* Generous childcare discount (T&Cs apply)

* Enhanced family‑friendly leave

* Life insurance and access to wellbeing support

* Free meals and snacks during your working day

* Ongoing training and leadership development

* Staff recognition, rewards, and regular appreciation events

* Supportive central team and strong peer network

* Your birthday off each year

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will lead the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, ensuring high‑quality early years practice and a safe, stimulating environment for children and staff.

You will:

* Oversee all operational and compliance requirements (EYFS, Ofsted, safeguarding)

* Lead, mentor, and develop the staff team

* Build strong relationships with families and external partners

* Maintain high standards of care, education, and safety

* Ensure the nursery is always Ofsted‑ready

* Drive continuous improvement and support the nursery's long‑standing reputation

What We're Looking For

* Level 3 early years qualification (minimum)

* Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding

* Previous senior leadership experience in a nursery

* GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths, or willingness to gain it within 2 years

* A supportive, confident leader who can inspire a team

Interested?

If you're an experienced early years professional looking for your next leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered.

Safeguarding & Equality

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and ongoing safeguarding training.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace