Nursery Manager

Job Information

Job Level: Nursery Manager

Sector: Early Years

Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12

Salary: £44,000 - £47,000 per annum

Full time JEM Childcare Solutions United Kingdom

Job Description

About our Clients

Our clients are a small but well-established nursery provider and are looking for their Wantage Nursery an experienced Nursery Manager to lead and support the setting, ensuring high standards of care and education. Working a 40 hr week they are offering salary up to £47k depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

What clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Manager Role

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 4 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in a management or team-leading role
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
• Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery
• Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Apply today to lead a nursery as the Nursery Manager and make a real difference in children's early years!

Nursery Manager Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done