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  • Buckinghamshire£36,336Full TimeEarly Years
    FeaturedPosted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Salary: up to £58,000 Annual bonus: potential to earn a further £6,000 Lead a nursery where an exceptional early years education, inspiring teams, a thriving community and happy children come together. At Fennies, we nurture our people to build a thriving community for children, families and educators. If you’re a passionate leader ready to drive outstanding practice and develop a high-performing team, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Why join Fennies? We invest i…

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  • Ipswich£38,118PermanentEarly Years
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    Bright Sparks Nursery Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9TH Salary: Competitive salary Hours: Full time (term time only) Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 0837 Bright Sparks Nursery is seeking an inspiring, dedicated Nursery Manager to lead our caring and passionate team in Ipswich. We are looking for a leader who can: inspire learning, creativity and curiosity every day build strong, trusted relationships with families support and develop a committed staff team shape the…

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  • Poole£30,000–£35,000PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    RELOCATION PACKAGES AVAILABLE! Nursery Manager Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom Dorset Job type: Full Time Permanent Salary: £35,000 Annum Why Join Tops Day Nurseries? At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe great childcare starts with great people. Since 1990, we have been creating inspiring early years environments where children thrive and colleagues are valued, supported, and given room to grow. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, every team member has a voice, a stake in o…

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  • Yeovil£30,500PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Location: Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset Job type: Full Time Permanent Salary: £30,500 Annum Why Join Tops Day Nurseries? At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe great childcare starts with great people. Since 1990, we have been creating inspiring early years environments where children thrive and colleagues are valued, supported, and given room to grow. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, every team member has a voice, a stake in our success, and real oppor…

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  • High Wycombe£44,796Full TimeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Poppies Holmer Green Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week Up to £40,000 + £1,000 Welcome Bonus + Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? Poppies Holmer Green is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environment for children, families and teams. This role is ideal for a strong Early Years leader who enjoys developing teams, driving standards and creating a nursery culture where both children and teams thrive. You will be joining a stable nursery with supportive senior leadership, strong team foundations and the freedom to lead your setting with confidence. With its inspiring outdoor learning spaces, Forest School experiences and nurturing family feel, Poppies Holmer Green provides children with a fun, engaging environment where they can confidently learn, explore and thrive. If you take pride in running a happy, organised nursery and leading a team people genuinely enjoy being part of, we would love to hear from you. What we offer: £1,000 welcome bonus* Quarterly bonus scheme worth up to £3,000 per year* 75% childcare discount 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off Genuine progression opportunities within a growing group Supportive and approachable senior leadership team Employee wellbeing & assistance programme Refer a friend bonus up to £750 Well-resourced nursery with a positive team culture *Terms and conditions apply. The role: As Nursery Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining high standards across the setting. You will be responsible for: Leading, motivating, and developing your nursery team Ensuring EYFS and safeguarding compliance Building strong parent partnerships Driving occupancy and overall nursery performance Leading Ofsted preparation and inspections Supporting staff development and wellbeing Creating a positive, professional team culture This is a hands-on leadership role where your experience, leadership style, and decision-making will make a genuine impact every day. What we’re looking for: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Previous Nursery Management experience Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding Experience leading teams within Early Years Passion for delivering high-quality childcare and education Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare, Leadership, or Management Experience achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes Apply today! If you’re looking for a Nursery Manager role where you can lead confidently, feel supported and genuinely enjoy coming to work, we would love to speak with you. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

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  • Suffolk£30,843Fixed TermEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Kids Play Bury St Edmunds FTC 12 months Maternity Cover | 40 Hours Per Week Up to £37,500 per year Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? Kids Play Bury St Edmunds is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environment for children, families…

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  • Nottingham£32,010PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Small People Nursery - Cropwell Bishop, Nottingham, NG12 3BN, UK Permanent -Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week £42,500 depending on experience Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? Small People is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environm…

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  • Warwickshire£26,994Full TimeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Greenfields Nursery School Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week Up to £40,000 per year £1,000 Welcome Bonus Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? Greenfields Nursery School is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environment for children, fami…

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  • Aldershot£34,618PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager CherryVale Nursery Permanent| 42 Hours Per Week Up to £42,500 per year £1,000 Welcome Bonus Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? CherryVale Nursery is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environment for children, families and teams. T…

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  • Stoke-on-Trent£29,460Fixed TermEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Zipadee Day Nursery FTC 6-months | 40 Hours Per Week Up to £37,500 per year + Quarterly Bonus Scheme worth £3,000 per year* Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a setting where you will feel trusted, supported and genuinely valued as a leader? Zipadee Day Nursery is looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well-established nursery and continue building a positive, high-quality environment for children, families and teams. This role is ideal for a strong Early Years leader who enjoys developing teams, driving standards and creating a nursery culture where both children and teams thrive. You will be joining a stable nursery with supportive senior leadership, strong team foundations and the freedom to lead your setting with confidence. Zipadee Day Nursery has expansive outdoor gardens designed for adventure, including a giant sandpit, mud kitchen, climbing areas, outdoor mark-making stations, and cosy story hideaways. It really embraces outdoor learning and encourages children to explore, get messy, and develop their independence through play. If you take pride in running a happy, organised nursery and leading a team people genuinely enjoy being part of, we would love to hear from you. What we offer: Quarterly bonus scheme worth up to £3,000 per year* 75% childcare discount 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off Genuine progression opportunities within a growing group Supportive and approachable senior leadership team Employee wellbeing & assistance programme Refer a friend bonus up to £750 Well-resourced nursery with a positive team culture *Terms and conditions apply. The role: As Nursery Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining high standards across the setting. You will be responsible for: Leading, motivating, and developing your nursery team Ensuring EYFS and safeguarding compliance Building strong parent partnerships Driving occupancy and overall nursery performance Leading Ofsted preparation and inspections Supporting staff development and wellbeing Creating a positive, professional team culture This is a hands-on leadership role where your experience, leadership style, and decision-making will make a genuine impact every day. What we’re looking for: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Previous Nursery Management experience Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding Experience leading teams within Early Years Passion for delivering high-quality childcare and education Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare, Leadership, or Management Experience achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes Apply today! If you’re looking for a Nursery Manager role where you can lead confidently, feel supported and genuinely enjoy coming to work, we would love to speak with you. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Zipadee Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

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  • Nottinghamshire£36,000–£40,000PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Job Title: Nursery Manager Location: Farnsfield, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8HL Contract Type: Full-time Contract Length: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: From £36,000 per annum (plus quarterly and annual bonuses) Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 Fully Paid Sick Days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward Scheme, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted Gym Membership, Personal Financial Adviso…

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    Tyne and Wear£35,257Full TimeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a highly capable and well organised professional to the role of Nursery Manager at Newcastle High School for Girls. A key role within the school, responsible for the operational leadership and day to day delivery of Early Years provision. Working closely with the Early Years Lead and Nursery Teacher, the Nursery Manager will ensure that Nursery, wrap around and holiday provision are consistently well organised, responsive to families and de…

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  • Brentwood£36,464Full TimeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery – Bright Horizons Brentwood Day Nursery & Pre School Salary – £47,000 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Coptfold Road, Brentwood, CM14 4BN We are looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our brand-new 88-place nursery opening in November 2026 in central Brentwood, just a short distance from the Baytree Shopping Centre. Currently undergoing extensive renovations, the setting is being thoughtfully designed to create a warm, welcoming environment …

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  • United Kingdom£34,074Full TimeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery – Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Up to £59,529.60 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Crouch End, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager …

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  • Kent£40,995PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Job Description Nursery Manager - Bexley Are you an experienced Nursery Manager ready to take on a fresh challenge and lead a setting from the ground up…? An exceptional opportunity has arisen within a high-performing Trust as they launch two brand-new nurseries in Bexley this September. Backed by a significant nationwide £45 million investment into early years provision, this expansion is focused on reducing childcare costs, supporting working families, and improving access to high-quality ear…

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  • West Midlands£45,000PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager – Coventry & Warwickshire Contract: Permanent | Hours: 40 per week, all year round Salary: Up to £45,000 Why Join Us – What You Can Expect Competitive Salary: Earn up to £45,000 per year. Full-Time Role: 40 hours per week, all year round. Professional Development: Career progression opportunities and funded qualifications. Supportive Team: Work in a creative, collaborative, and professional environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop nursery staff, ensuring excellent stan…

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  • Greater Manchester£36,400–£51,740Fixed TermEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Location: Wigan Hours: 8:15 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday Start Date: September Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to cover a maternity leave at a charming, small school nursery based in Wigan. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a close-knit team in a nurturing educational environment. Running from Monday to Friday (8:15 AM - 4:00 PM), this role offers excellent working hours …

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  • Nuneaton£45,000PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager – Kenilworth Location: Kenilworth Contract: Permanent | Hours: 40 per week, all year round Salary: Up to £45,000 Why Join Us – What You Can Expect Competitive Salary : Earn up to £45,000 per year. Full-Time Role : 40 hours per week, all year round. Professional Development : Career progression opportunities and funded qualifications. Supportive Team : Work in a creative, collaborative, and professional environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop nursery staff, ensuring ex…

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  • United Kingdom£45,000Full-timeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a super nursery in Bristol. Person Specification: NVQ level 3 or above Experience of leading and motivating team Track record of involvement in Ofsted Inspections Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role Some of the Nursery Manager responsibilities will include: To manage budgets, occupancy levels and KPI’s. To prepare for and manage Ofsted …

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  • Oxfordshire£45,000Full-timeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a well-established nursery based in Banbury, South East England Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above Experience of leading and motivating teams Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role Some of the Nursery Manager responsibilities will include: Recruitment, …

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  • Surrey£35,000–£38,000PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager - part time! Location: Godalming Salary: Up to £38,00 per annum depending on experience (part time will be pro rata) Start Date: July 2026 Hours: 25 - 30 hours per week Be Part of Something Special from Day One! CareEd Recruitment are recruiting for a part time Nursery Manager. This is a unique opportunity to join an exciting new nursery from the very beginning. We are looking for an entrepreneurial Nursery Manager to launch and develop our brand new business - The Crèche. There…

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  • Merseyside£36,000Full-timeEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Based in Liverpool, Merseyside, Staff Match are recruiting on behalf of a well established nursery group and have an exciting role for a Nursery Manager to set up a new nursery. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 years management experience and have a real passion for early years. Person Specification: Experience of leading and motivating teams Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role Some of the res…

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  • Kent£34,500PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager - 37.5 hours Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £34,500 per annum depending on experience Start Date: July 2026 Hours: 37.5 hours per week CareEd Recuitment (formally School Staffing Solutions) are recruiting for a Nursery Manager in the early years provision of a school in Rochester, providing care and education for children from 2 years old. The school is a leading independent school with a rich heritage and a commitment to nurturing children in a safe, inspiring, and supportiv…

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  • Harrow£32,000–£36,800PermanentEarly Years
    Posted 5 days ago

    Nursery Manager Location: Northolt, UB5 4NL Salary: Up to £36,800 per annum depending on experience Start Date: July 2026 Hours: 40 hours per week (within operating hours of 7:30am - 6:30pm) Be Part of Something Special from Day One! CareEd Recruitment are recruiting for a Nursery Manager. This is a unique opportunity to join an exciting new nursery from the very beginning. We're looking for a passionate, committed, and experienced Early Years professional who wants to make a real impact, help …

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