Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Manager

About New Vision Day Nursery
New Vision Day Nursery is a warm, inclusive and nurturing early years setting dedicated to providing high quality childcare and education. We are committed to creating a safe, stimulating environment where children feel valued, confident and inspired to explore the world around them. Our team is passionate about supporting each child's unique development, wellbeing and early learning journey.

We take safeguarding extremely seriously and place the welfare of children at the heart of everything we do. Every member of staff is expected to uphold safe working practices, maintain professional curiosity and ensure children's safety and happiness at all times.

Nursery Practitioner
Full-Time, Part-Time & Term-Time Roles Available
Opening Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Salary: up to £13.00 p/h (DoE)

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking to join a supportive and nurturing environment? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic Level 2 and Level 3 qualified practitioners to join our friendly team.

At New Vision Day Nursery, we pride ourselves on providing a warm, stimulating, and inclusive setting where children can thrive, learn, and develop through play.

The Role:

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and implement engaging activities that support children's development
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
• Support children's learning journeys and complete relevant observations and assessments

What We're Looking For:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
• A sound understanding of the EYFS
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, proactive attitude

What We Offer:

• Flexible working options (Full-Time, Part-Time & Term-Time)
• Supportive management and friendly team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualification)
• Opportunity to grow within the setting
• Birthday day off with full pay
• Free cooked lunch, should you wish to have

If you are committed to providing outstanding early years education and want to be part of a caring and professional team, we would love to hear from you.

Nursery Manager
Full-Time 40 hours per week
Opening Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 (DoE)

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a passionate and driven leader to oversee the daily operations of our welcoming and high-quality early years setting.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader who is committed to delivering outstanding childcare, inspiring a team, and driving continuous improvement.

About the Role:

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, safeguarding, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and support the nursery team to deliver exceptional practice
• Ensure full compliance with EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding requirements
• Oversee curriculum planning and maintain high-quality teaching standards
• Manage occupancy, staffing, and budgets effectively
• Build strong partnerships with parents and external professionals
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain a positive nursery reputation

About You:

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (minimum) - Level 5 or above desirable
• Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or a Deputy Manager with a minimum of 6 months' experience ready to step up
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Confident, organised, and solution-focused

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Supportive senior management
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity to make a real impact and grow with the setting
• A positive, collaborative working environment

If you are a dedicated childcare professional with the drive to lead and inspire a team, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

This post involves working with children and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, verification of identity, right to work in the UK, and confirmation of original qualification certificates. In line with legislation, references will be requested prior to interview where possible and online searches may be carried out for shortlisted applicants to identify any safeguarding or suitability concerns. As a registered childcare provider, we are also required to check whether applicants are disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations, which includes completing a childcare disqualification declaration. Where applicants have lived or worked overseas, additional overseas police or criminal record checks will be required