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Heathcote House Nursery, Devizes, SN10 5AB are looking for a Nursery Manager.
A passionate Early Years professional, you would lead and support a talented team of nursery staff and children, bringing enthusiasm and expertise to our setting.
We offer a fantastic package with a warm welcome and a supportive atmosphere.
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours of work: 40 hours, 51 weeks a year
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £37,000 – £42,000 pa based on qualifications and experience.
* EV scheme through Octopus
* Cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts
* 50% fee discount for the sessions your child attends on the days you work in the nursery
* Access to the group’s counselling scheme
* 3 days of paid CPD / training per year
* 25 days holiday per year
* Paid bank holidays off plus Christmas closure
* Access to fully funded apprenticeships
* Accident at work insurance cover
* Staff uniform provided
Job Description:
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and ambitious Nursery Manager at Heathcote House Nursery in the beautiful market town of Devizes. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high‑quality Early Years provision and experienced in managing a setting with 90‑100+ children attending. You will be responsible for leading the day‑to‑day operation of the nursery with the support of Wishford Education, and be ready to take an already successful nursery to new heights. The nursery was inspected by Ofsted in June 2025 and rated Good in all areas.
In particular, the inspector praised the positive interactions between staff and children.
Why Join Us?
* A supportive, family‑like team culture.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* A beautiful, homely setting where children and staff feel valued.
Knowledge & Skills
* In‑depth understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Engage in continuous professional development, staying informed on sector developments, regulatory changes, and best practices in Early Years education.
* Financially aware and target‑driven, with proven experience in managing budgets, controlling costs and achieving financial objectives.
* Excellent communication, organisation and time management.
* Confident in using data to drive improvement and inform planning.
* IT literate, with experience using nursery management systems (e.g., EYWorks).
Responsibilities
* Strategic & Operational Leadership
* Safeguarding
* Nursery Profitability
* Management and Leadership
* Teaching & Learning
* Parent & Community Engagement
Personal Qualities
* A warm, approachable, and child‑centred leader.
* Willingness to work flexibly as required around the needs of the nursery.
* Passionate about creating a homely, happy, and high‑achieving environment.
* Resilient, proactive, and solutions focused.
* A team player with a sense of humour and a “can‑do” attitude.
* Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Level 3, 4, or 5 qualification in Early Years (e.g., CACHE, NVQ).
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in nursery management, ideally in a large setting (90+ occupancy).
* Proven track record of delivering high standards in early years education and care.
For more details on the role, please head to our vacancy page to see the candidate pack.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Education
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