Term-Time Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager - Term-Time Only

38 Weeks Per Year + Only 5 Floating Cover Days Outside of Term Time

Zero2Five is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a high-quality, well-established nursery near Rochdale for an experienced Nursery Manager.

This is a rare opportunity to secure a genuine term-time leadership position, offering an exceptional work life balance that is rarely available within the early years sector.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Term-time position working just 38 weeks per year
• Only 5 floating cover days required outside of term time
• Significantly more time for family, holidays and personal commitments
• Opportunity to lead a thriving, child-focused nursery setting
• Supported by experienced, approachable and genuinely supportive directors
• Excellent opportunity for long-term career development and progression

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team
• Ensure the highest standards of care, learning and development for all children
• Drive excellence across EYFS delivery and safeguarding practices
• Maintain compliance, policies, procedures and nursery records
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and external professionals
• Support and promote SEND and inclusive practice throughout the setting
• Oversee nursery administration, funding and financial processes, including invoicing
• Ensure children are safe, supported and receiving high-quality early years experiences
• Act as, or work towards becoming, the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Oversee or support SENCo responsibilities within the nursery

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within a childcare setting
• Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding requirements
• Proven leadership and people-management skills
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities
• Experience managing multiple priorities and maintaining high standards
• Experience of nursery administration and financial processes
• Passion for delivering exceptional early years education and care

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Term-time working pattern
• 38 working weeks per year
• Only 5 floating cover days outside of term time
• Working in an Ofsted rated 'Good' Early Years setting
• Free parking
• Company pension
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Outstanding work life balance

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager seeking a rewarding leadership role within a quality nursery setting, while benefiting from a working pattern that offers significantly more flexibility and personal time than a traditional full-year nursery position.