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Nursery Manager – up to £45,000 – Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire
The Role
Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the leadership skills and drive to lead a team and shape a nurturing, high-quality childcare environment?
We’re looking for a confident and capable Nursery Manager to lead a well-established nursery in Gerrards Cross. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a leadership role, enjoys working closely with children and families, and can build a strong, motivated team.
You’ll be responsible for the overall running of a nursery licensed for up to 100 children. Your role will involve leading the team, maintaining excellent standards of care and education, and ensuring operational efficiency across the setting. Support is always available from internal HR, recruitment, and operational teams, but you’ll be the face and heart of the nursery.
If you’re ready to lead a thriving nursery and make a real difference to children, families and your team – we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step in joining our supportive and forward-thinking team.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, support and inspire the nursery team
- Create a collaborative and supportive work environment
- Oversee recruitment, induction and team development
Operational Excellence
- Ensure the highest standards of care and safety
- Oversee the delivery of a high-quality EYFS curriculum
- Handle daily operational challenges with confidence
Financial Oversight
- Support with budget monitoring, fee collection and invoicing
- Track performance against agreed targets
Family & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers
- Ensure families feel informed, involved and valued
Culture & Values
- Set a positive example for the team
- Encourage team wellbeing and recognition
- Align the nursery culture with the company’s values
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays and a Christmas shutdown
The Person
- Experienced Nursery Manager with a background in leading high-performing teams
- Ideally someone who has opened a nursery or significantly improved an existing setting
- Proven record of role progression, improved Ofsted ratings, or team development
- Level 3 or above in Early Years
- Confident leader with strong people management skills
- Hands-on, solutions-focused and resilient
- Excellent communicator with sound organisational ability
- Deep understanding of EYFS and nursery operations
