Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager focuses on managing staff rotas to maintain safe staffing ratios and continuity of care across the nursery.

What the role involves

• Managing staff rotas to maintain safe staffing ratios and continuity of care across the nursery.
• Monitor nursery policies and procedures in line with statutory guidance and company expectations.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment where children feel secure, valued and challenged.
• Leading on admissions, settling‑in processes and transitions to ensure continuity for children and families.
• Managing the nursery budget, resources and day‑to‑day finances in line with company procedures.
• Ensure statutory documentation, Ofsted requirements and reporting are maintained and up to date.

Skills and requirements

• Ensure safe recruitment practices and that all staff have up‑to‑date checks and training, including an enhanced DBS.
• Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner or Level 5 BA (Hons) in Early Childhood related field.
• Experience of budget management, setting improvement plans and working with external agencies.
• First Aid, Safeguarding or other relevant leadership training.

Candidate fit

• Support to the nursery team, promoting a positive culture and high standards of practice.
• Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers, promoting regular communication about children’s care and development.

Additional role context

• Supervise and appraise staff, ensuring the team are well‑trained, motivated and able to meet the needs of children.
• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding and child protection within the nursery, ensuring the team follow procedures at all times.