Nursery Manager
Location: Leigh (Attached to a local Primary School)
Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract: Maternity Cover (Starting September)
Salary: Paid to scale
About the Role
Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Nursery Manager to oversee a charming, small nursery attached to a thriving school community in Leigh. This is a full time maternity cover position starting this September, offering desirable school ready hours (08:30 - 15:30) that perfectly balance work and life. You will lead a small, close knit team of early years practitioners, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and safeguarding are maintained. Because the nursery is attached to a school, you will benefit from strong community links, excellent shared resources, and a supportive senior leadership team.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day to day management and smooth running of the nursery.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of early years staff.
- Ensure full compliance with EYFS framework, Ofsted regulations, and safeguarding policies.
- Maintain excellent relationships with parents, carers, and the attached school's leadership.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of a Level3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Degree in Early Years or EYPS/EYITT highly desirable).
- Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or strong Room Leader looking to step up.
- Excellent communication, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of the EYFS curriculum and safeguarding procedures.
- Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional reference checks.
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Ensure your CV covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain any employment breaks.
