At Bear and Bunny, our wonderful team is growing and we're currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to join our team! *The Role* This is a leadership role for an experienced, organised and passionate early years professional, who can confidently manage change while preserving the warmth and identity of Bear & Bunny. You will: * Lead the successful transition from term-time-only to all-year-round provision * Embed our hybrid curriculum model with confidence linking it to the EYFS * Support team development and wellbeing * Maintain high standards of care and education * Build strong partnerships with families * Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements *Key Responsibilities Leadership & Culture* * Model and promote Bear & Bunny’s values of Collaboration, Courtesy, Inclusion, Inspiration and Dedication * Create a positive, reflective and supportive team culture * Lead by example with professionalism and warmth * Support and mentor staff through change *Managing Change* * Confidently implement operational changes required for all-year-round opening * Support existing staff adapting to new routines * Ensure smooth integration of baby provision into the setting * Maintain morale and clarity during transition *Curriculum & Quality* * Champion child-led learning and in-the-moment planning * Ensure high-quality outdoor activities linking to the EYFS * Protect uninterrupted play and deep learning * Maintain beautiful environments and develop them as necessary * Monitor progress in line with statutory frameworks i.e. EYFS *Operational Excellence* * Staff rota planning and deployment * Occupancy and budget awareness * Safeguarding leadership * Ofsted readiness - making sure all EYFS changes have been implemented * Compliance with policies and procedures * Organisation of paperwork and systems You will be highly organised, detail-focused and confident in balancing operational demands with pedagogy. *Family Partnerships* * Build trusting relationships with families * Confidently communicate changes and updates * Promote the setting within the local Meadvale community * Lead tours and enrolment conversations *Candidate Specification - Essential* * Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum) * Previous Nursery Manager or Deputy experience * Strong knowledge of the EYFS * Experience managing staff teams * Experience with Ofsted inspections * Strong organisational and administrative skills * Experience managing operational change *Highly Desirable* * Experience transitioning a setting from TTO to all-year-round * Baby room leadership experience * Outdoor learning knowledge * Reggio or Curiosity Approach understanding * Strong occupancy growth experience *Personal Qualities* We are looking for someone who is: * Passionate about child-led learning * Calm and solution-focused * Highly organised * Reflective and open-minded * Warm, approachable and inspiring * Confident in decision-making *About Bear & Bunny* At Bear & Bunny, children are at the centre of everything we do. Our curriculum blends inspiration from Reggio Emilia, The Curiosity Approach, child-led learning, the EYFS and in-the-moment planning - creating nurturing, inspiring environments where children feel safe, valued and curious. Our Meadvale setting is the newest addition to our small nursery family. Situated within a beautiful 1950s church building full of character, the nursery includes: * A baby suite that is currently undergoing a beautiful, full refurbishment * An already fully refurbished preschool and toddler building * Outdoor learning opportunities We are now transitioning from a term-time only preschool model to a full all-year-round nursery provision and we are seeking a strong, experienced and values-led Nursery Manager to lead this exciting next chapter. *What We Offer* At Bear & Bunny, we truly value our team members. We offer: * Competitive salary * Supportive leadership team * Professional development opportunities * A beautiful, characterful setting * A values-led workplace culture * Employee benefits package This is an opportunity to shape the future of our newest setting and make a lasting impact. *Why This Role Is Special* This is not just a management role. It is an opportunity to: * Lead a setting through transformation * Shape a new baby provision from the beginning * Embed a unique hybrid curriculum * Grow within a nurturing nursery family * Create something truly special in Meadvale Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company pension * Employee discount * Free parking * Referral programme * Store discount Work Location: In person