Nursery Area Manager

Chorley, United Kingdom Posted on 15/10/2026

Based in the Chorley and surrounding areas, our client is seeking a senior manager to support 3 settings, covering all aspects of compliance, quality, training, and supporting the managers in the day to day running of the setting. Salary is c£40k depending on experience.

Requirements

What are Clients arelooking for

• Essential for the Senior Nursery Manager Role
• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 6 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in amanagement or team-leading role, and at least 1 year as supporting andleading across multiple settings
• Experience leading 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 compliancewith statutory requirements
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• Ideal NurseryManager Candidate
• Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
• Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across multi settings
• 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

Nursery Manager Benefitsand 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