Company Description
Bilingual Day Nursery & Pre-School LTD operates two nurseries in Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Ravenstone, offering care and education to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Established in 2018, the group provides a bilingual learning environment where children are immersed in both English and Spanish through play. Situated in purpose-built log cabins, the nursery boasts ample outdoor space, including a woodland area with a pond for forest-style activities. With a capacity of only 40 children at each site, the nursery emphasizes personalized care, quality teaching, and nutritious, home-cooked meals. Their focus is on creating a nurturing environment where children thrive and learn bilingually.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for an experienced Nursery Area Manager.
We are seeking an experienced and supportive Nursery Area Manager to oversee the smooth running of two nursery settings, with a third site joining the area in the near future. This role focuses on strengthening operational consistency, coaching Nursery Managers, and ensuring high‑quality early‑years provision across all settings. The successful candidate will receive full training ahead of the third site opening so they are ready to take it on once operational.
Qualifications
Proven experience in Nursery Management and overseeing daily nursery operations
Strong expertise in Safeguarding and Safeguarding Children practices
Excellent communication skills for interaction with children, parents, and staff
A deep understanding of child development and early years education
Qualifications in Early Years Education (e.g. Level 3 or Level 5 and above)
First Aid certification and knowledge of health and safety regulations
Proficiency in bilingual education or experience working in a bilingual environment is a plus
Ability to inspire, lead, and manage a cohesive team
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support & Leadership
· Provide day‑to‑day support to Nursery Managers across both current sites.
· Act as the first point of escalation for operational, staffing, parent, or logistical issues.
· Conduct regular site visits to observe practice, troubleshoot challenges, and coach managers.
· Support managers with rota planning, staffing levels, absence management, and general operational decision‑making.
· Ensure each setting runs efficiently, safely, and in line with company policies and expectations.
· Attend a weekly meeting with the Managing Director to review site performance, challenges, and priorities.
· Send a weekly reporting email to all Directors summarising key updates, issues, and actions across the settings.
· Attend monthly Managers' Meetings and contribute to group-wide development and consistency.
Quality, Compliance & Safeguarding
· Maintain high standards of care, education, and safeguarding across all settings.
· Ensure compliance with EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and health & safety legislation.
· Carry out quality audits and support managers in embedding consistent practice.
· Inspection improvement support is led by a Director, but the Area Manager will help implement action plans, support managers in embedding recommendations, and monitor progress.
People Development
· Mentor and develop Nursery Managers and senior room leaders.
· Identify training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities.
· Support with recruitment, onboarding, and performance management where required.
· Promote a positive, collaborative culture across all settings.
Business Awareness
· Maintain general oversight of occupancy, staffing ratios, and fee income.
· Offer guidance to managers on cost‑effective operational decisions.
· Budgets and financial management remain the responsibility of the Nursery Managers, but the Area Manager should maintain awareness of financial performance to support informed operational decisions.
· Wage setting and pay decisions are handled by Managers, with the Area Manager available to support discussions or provide context when needed.
Future Site Preparation
· Complete full training and induction ahead of the third site opening.
· Build familiarity with new‑site processes, staffing structures, and operational expectations.
· Be ready to take on the third site once operational, without leading the launch itself.
Person Specification
· Proven experience in nursery management, ideally multi‑site or large‑setting leadership.
· Strong understanding of EYFS, Ofsted, safeguarding, and operational compliance.
· Confident problem‑solver with the ability to support managers through complex issues.
· Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship‑building skills.
· Financially aware, with the ability to support managers in making sound operational decisions.
· Flexible and able to travel between sites as required.
- Must have a minimum EY qualification Level 3.
Hours & Benefits
· Full‑time role (typically 40 hours per week, flexible across sites).
· Starting salary: £40,000–£42,000 depending on experience.
· Performance‑related bonuses available, linked to quality, operational consistency, and leadership impact.
· Clear progression pathway: strong performers who consistently meet targets may be considered for promotion to CEO within 2–3 years.
· Professional development and progression opportunities.
Recruitment is subject to safer recruitment checks and a full enhanced DBS along with other background checks will be required. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Language training provided
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Referral programme
Experience:
Leadership: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Minimum level 3 in EY (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person