Salary: £38,000 per annum + performance bonus scheme
Hours: 40 hours per week (over 4 days)
Location: Liverpool, Roby, L36

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Nursery Manager to lead a well-established, warm, and nurturing early years setting in North Liverpool. This is a hands-on leadership role with real autonomy, responsibility, and the opportunity to shape a positive, supportive environment for both children and staff.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality early years provision, managing a passionate team, and ensuring excellent outcomes for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and develop a cohesive team to deliver outstanding practice

* Drive continuous improvement, quality, and standards across all rooms

* Build strong relationships with parents and the local community

* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and statutory requirements

* Maintain excellent communication and support staff wellbeing

* Champion the nursery's ethos of calm, nurturing, high-quality care

About the Setting

This welcoming nursery is rooted in a 'home from home' approach, committed to providing a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment where children thrive and families feel supported. It has been serving the local community for many years with a stable and dedicated team.

* Children on roll: Approx. 80 across 4 rooms

* Team size: Around 18 staff

* Free on-site parking and easily accessible via local bus links

* Ofsted rates the setting as Good, highlighting quality teaching, leadership and personal development.

The environment promotes both indoor and outdoor learning, encouraging children's curiosity, exploration and confidence as they grow.

Who We Are Looking For

You will be an experienced early years leader with:

* Proven nursery management experience

* Strong knowledge of the EYFS and early years best practice

* Excellent leadership and people management skills

* The ability to lead with calm confidence and emotional intelligence

* A passion for nurturing children's development and staff professional growth

We are looking for someone who can balance high standards with kindness and teamwork, championing quality without unnecessary pressure.

Benefits & Perks

* £38,000 per year with additional bonus potential

* 4-day working week for work-life balance

* 25 days holiday minimum

* Free on-site parking

* Childcare benefits

* Pension scheme and professional development support

* Discounts and wellbeing initiatives

* Flexible approach to support work-life balance

Training & Progression

Ongoing CPD is encouraged including both internal and external private courses, as well as local authority training opportunities. This role also offers scope for professional growth and leadership development.

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated early years professional with a positive leadership style and a genuine passion for high-quality childcare, we want to hear from you