Day Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager Location: Sheffield Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + £2,000 welcome bonus Hours: Full-time, permanent Our client, a well-established early years setting, is seeking an experienced and motivated Nursery Manager to lead their team and oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader who is passionate about high-quality early years education, team development, and creating a nurturing, safe environment where children can thrive. The Role * Lead and manage the nursery in line with EYFS, safeguarding and regulatory requirements * Inspire, support and develop a committed staff team * Ensure high standards of care, learning and development across all rooms * Manage staffing, ratios, rotas and performance * Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals * Oversee compliance, policies, audits and inspections * Manage budgets, occupancy and operational efficiency The Ideal Candidate * Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) * Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step up * Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements * Confident people manager with excellent communication skills * Organised, professional and solution-focused * Passionate about child development and quality practice Benefits * Competitive salary * Supportive ownership and senior leadership * Ongoing training and professional development * Clear progression opportunities * Generous holiday entitlement * Company pension scheme * Discounted childcare (where applicable) If you are an experienced early years professional looking for your next leadership role, or a Deputy Manager ready to take the next step, we would be delighted to hear from you