About the role
Nursery Manager
Location: Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £44,720 per annum
Hours: Full Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced Nursery Manager or an ambitious Deputy Nursery Manager ready to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a passionate and driven Nursery Manager to lead a thriving early years setting in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established nursery, inspire a dedicated team, and create an exceptional environment where children can learn, develop, and thrive.
The Role
As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, compliance, and team development.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading, motivating, and developing a team of early years professionals
Driving outstanding childcare and learning outcomes for children
Managing nursery operations, administration, and compliance
Maintaining high standards across the nursery environment and resources
Supporting staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals
Managing occupancy levels and supporting business growth objectives
Leading inspections and ensuring all regulatory requirements are met
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Previous leadership experience within a nursery or early years setting
Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and compliance requirements
Excellent communication and team leadership skills
A passion for delivering outstanding childcare and education
Applications are welcomed from experienced Nursery Managers as well as Deputy Nursery Managers looking for their first management position.
What's on Offer?
Work-Life Balance & Family Benefits
33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Christmas and New Year shutdown period
Flexible working opportunities
Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity pay
Additional paid compassionate and bereavement leave
Health & Wellbeing
24/7 GP access
Medical cashback scheme for a range of healthcare treatments
Life assurance cover
Wellbeing day each year
Sick pay from day one
Financial Benefits
Competitive salary with regular reviews
Company pension contribution
Excellent employee discount platform
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Significant childcare discount
Training & Career Development
Ongoing professional development and leadership training
Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Recognition and reward programmes
Supportive leadership team and positive working culture
If you are ready to lead a successful nursery and make a real difference to children's early years development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
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