Nursery Manager

£38,000-£40,000pa

Southend, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to manage an established nursery and pre-school in Southend, supporting children aged 0-4 years old. This full-time leadership role offers a chance to shape the setting from its very first days and nurture a team committed to high-quality early years education.

Salary: £38,000-£40,000 depending on experience and working pattern (4 or 5 days per week).

Benefits:

Work within a Montessori-inspired, child-led environment

Join a supportive team with hands-on leadership involvement

Access to a secure garden and forest school to support outdoor learning all year round

Contribute to a setting with strong links to the local community and established pre-schools

Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring smooth operations and regulatory compliance

Lead and support a team of early years practitioners, promoting professional development and collaboration

Provide high-quality care for children aged 0-4

Ensure effective planning and record-keeping in line with EYFS and Montessori frameworks

Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for all children

Foster positive relationships with parents, staff, and external agencies

Requirements:

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Equivalent

Proven leadership experience in a nursery or early years setting

Strong understanding of the EYFS and ideally experience with Montessori principles

Confident communicator with excellent organisational and administrative skills

Skilled in record-keeping and tracking children's progress and development

Experience managing staff and supporting a cohesive team

Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment

If you're ready to play a key role in developing a new and inspiring early years setting, we'd love to hear from you