We are looking for a nursery manager for a warm, well-established independent nursery located in the heart of a charming small market town. With strong community roots and a child-centred ethos, we are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Nursery Manager to lead the setting into its next exciting chapter.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated early years professional who thrives in a close-knit environment and is committed to delivering outstanding care and education.

About Us

Our nursery provides high-quality early years education for children aged 0–5 in a nurturing, home-from-home environment. We pride ourselves on:

• Meaningful relationships
• Strong partnerships with families
• A play-based, child-led curriculum
• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Deep connections within our local community

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will:

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of early years practitioners
• Ensure outstanding standards of care, learning, and safeguarding
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the nursery
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements
• Build strong partnerships with parents and the wider community
• Manage budgets, occupancy levels, and staff development
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high-quality practice

You will be both a hands-on leader and a strategic thinker, committed to excellence in early years provision.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds at least a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Has proven leadership experience in an early years setting
• Has strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements
• Is organised, confident, and approachable
• Demonstrates excellent communication and people-management skills
• Is passionate about creating enriching environments for children
• Values community engagement and partnership working

For more information or to apply please get in touch.

Bright Beginnings Childcare Agency Ltd is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All employees are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.