Job Summary
About Us:
Purple Willows is a thriving, happy, and inclusive community with high expectations for both achievement and behavior. We are dedicated to ensuring that every child reaches their full potential, regardless of their background.
We Are Looking For:
An experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Manager who holds a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or higher). The ideal candidate will be confident, proactive, and organized, with strong leadership and delegation skills. You should be able to inspire trust among parents, lead by example, and foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
What We Offer:
* Highly competitive salary (based on experience)
* Performance-related bonus
* Attractive annual holiday entitlement
* Pension scheme
* Career progression and recognition programs
* Employee Wellbeing Programme
* Management training and professional development
* Spacious, well-resourced working environment
* Allocated onsite car parking
* Dedicated support from an experienced senior management team
* A welcoming, supportive team environment
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery
* Ensure a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment in line with EYFS, Ofsted, safeguarding, and local authority requirements
* Manage the nursery's operations, financials, and KPIs
* Build and maintain strong relationships with children, parents, staff, and external partners
* Ensure consistently high standards of care and education
* Lead and support staff training, development, and performance management
* Monitor staffing levels, manage rotas, and approve leave requests
* Ensure adherence to all nursery policies and procedures, updating as needed
* Conduct and oversee risk assessments and health & safety checks
* Maintain accurate records for children and staff
* Prepare for and lead successful Ofsted inspections
Requirements:
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education (or equivalent/higher)
* Valid First Aid Certification
* Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and Ofsted regulations
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent organizational, time-management, and IT skills
* A track record of achieving a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating
Salary:
Competitive and based on experience.
If you're passionate about early years education and are looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you have a valid Level 3 Childcare certification?
* How many years of Childcare experience do you have?
Work Location: In person