Job Title: Nursery Manager
Location:
Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom, Essex, CM20 3DT
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Length: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (plus quarterly and annual bonuses) Benefits:
Birthday Off, 6 Fully Paid Sick Days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward Scheme, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted Gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning Platform Access
Join the Kindred Family – Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference
Are you an experienced early years professional with a passion for leadership and delivering outstanding childcare? At
Kindred
, our
Nursery Managers
are at the heart of our nurseries, creating supportive and inspiring environments for children and staff alike.
We offer a
competitive salary
, career progression opportunities,
quarterly and annual bonuses
, and the chance to develop within a company that truly values its leaders. You’ll manage and improve your nursery, lead a talented team, and play a key role in shaping children’s early education while helping your team thrive.
If you’re ambitious, driven, and passionate about early years education, we’d love to meet you.
About Kindred
Kindred is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a distinct
home-from-home
environment. By creating days filled with unique moments and opportunities, we enrich children’s development during their early years.
Our mission is
creating inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in
.
Our values guide all we do:
Always Learning
– Continuously developing ourselves and our teams
Inspirational
– Creating magic in every action
Family Feel
– Making everyone feel part of our incredible family
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Nursery Manager, you will:
Lead the Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, and Room Leaders to ensure
high standards of Early Years care and education
Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment
Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed across the nursery
Build and maintain a
reputation as the nursery of choice
for children and staff
Model and monitor best practice in line with regulatory guidelines
Inspire and support your team, overseeing inductions, mentoring, and ongoing development
Ensure the nursery runs efficiently, meets KPIs, budgets, and targets, and is prepared for audits and inspections
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility
and central to every aspect of your role.
Leadership Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery
Lead by example, modelling good practice and creating a shared vision
Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team
Conduct regular supervisions and performance discussions
Manage recruitment, interviews, and induction of new staff
Respond to complaints or concerns raised by parents or colleagues
Conduct nursery tours confidently, promoting available spaces
Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines, company policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Other Responsibilities
Actively deliver and participate in staff meetings, training, parent sessions, and marketing events (including evenings or weekends) Support wider company projects, training sessions, and meetings at other locations including Head Office
What You’ll Need
Essential
Proven experience in leading and managing a team within early years
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Outstanding customer service and time management
Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Sound knowledge of EYFS and OFSTED guidelines
Why Join Kindred? At Kindred, we’re more than a nursery group –
we’re a family
.
Supportive & Inclusive Culture
– Strong relationships and team collaboration
Career Development
– Structured training, mentorship, and clear progression pathways
Work-Life Balance
– Structured hours and supportive leadership environment
Competitive Pay & Benefits
– Salary, bonuses, and generous benefits package
Award-Winning Employer
– A workplace our team proudly recommends
Our Recruitment Process
Interviews:
Rolling interviews
Expected Start Date:
ASAP
Our process includes:
Video interview followed by a face-to-face interview at the nursery
A fully supervised ‘Stay and Play’ session
Background checks including References and Enhanced DBS in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy
Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey? To apply for the
Nursery Manager
position, please click the “Apply” button, complete the application form, and upload your CV along with a short cover letter explaining your interest in leading a Kindred nursery.
We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days
.Thank you for considering a career with Kindred.
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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