Nursery Manager The Murrayfield Day Nursery the CC Nurseries Centre of Excellence for Scotland
At Murrayfield Nursery, we know that being a Nursery Manager is about so much more than overseeing the day-to-day. It's about creating a place where children flourish, teams feel inspired, and every moment has purpose. Right now, we're looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our wonderful Edinburgh setting with warmth, vision and a genuine love for Early Years.
If you're an established leader ready for your next exciting chapter, this could be the perfect opportunity. You're confident in your practice, proud of your team, and motivated by the chance to shape an environment where children don't just grow they truly thrive. You lead with positivity, celebrate success loudly, and understand that great leadership is built on relationships (and occasionally cake and coffee). If you're ready to bring your energy, ideas and ambition to a setting full of curiosity and joy, we would love to hear from you.
We're searching for a true childcare enthusiast, someone who sees potential everywhere (even in glitter-covered jumpers, sticky handprints and wonderfully imaginative "masterpieces"). Someone who can balance professionalism with playfulness and who believes that high standards and happy teams go hand in hand.
What Makes This Role Special?
As Nursery Manager, you won't just oversee the setting you'll shape its culture, champion excellence, and create a space where:
* Children feel confident, safe and inspired
* Families feel welcomed, valued and supported
* Your team feels empowered, appreciated and proud of the work they do
You'll be the driving force behind quality, compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with regulatory bodies while nurturing a positive, high-performing team culture.
Why You'll Love Being Part of CC Nurseries
* 30 days holiday (including bank holidays and Christmas closure)
* Access to our team engagement platform, connecting you with colleagues across the group, from peers to our CEO
* Employee Assistance Programme & Sovereign Healthcare Programme because your wellbeing matters
* Paid training bonuses, earn £10 for every non-mandatory course completed
* High street discounts (coffee breaks are essential)
* At least 80% childcare discount for team members
* Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
* Recognition and reward programmes to celebrate your success
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities across our growing group
What You'll Bring
* A genuine passion for Early Years that shines through in everything you do
* Proven leadership experience within a nursery setting
* Strong knowledge of Early Years frameworks and a commitment to outstanding practice
* Confidence working in partnership with the Care Inspectorate and striving for excellence
* The ability to inspire, motivate and develop a thriving team culture
* A warm, professional approach that builds strong relationships with families
* Calmness, adaptability and a good sense of humour because no two nursery days are ever the same
If this sounds like you, we'd love you to apply. This could be the start of a truly rewarding next chapter in your Early Years leadership journey.
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