Cramlington, Northumberland, North East, England
£35000 - £40000 per annum
Expiry date: 06 Apr 2026
Start date: 06 Jan 2026
Children’s Homes
Nursery Manager (Level 6 Qualified) – Cramlington
£35,000–£40,000 DOE | ASAP Start | Well-Supported Role
We’re recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a well-established early years setting in Cramlington. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can drive quality, coach teams, and ensure outstanding outcomes for children — with strong support in place to help you succeed.
The Role As Nursery Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care, learning, and compliance. You’ll be a visible leader on the floor, support staff performance, and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and motivate the nursery team to deliver consistently high-quality practice
* Oversee daily operations, staffing, rotas, and room deployment
* Drive continuous improvement and maintain strong compliance standards
* Build positive relationships with parents/carers and external professionals
* Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and child development across the setting
Essential Requirements
* Level 6 qualification in Early Years/Nursery Care (essential)
* 3–5 years’ experience in leadership roles within early years/childcare
* Strong knowledge of nursery operations, safeguarding, and quality standards
* Confident people manager with a supportive, professional approach
What’s On Offer
* £35,000–£40,000 depending on experience (DOE)
* ASAP start
* A well-supported management position, with guidance and structure in place so you’re not on your own
Apply now with your CV to be considered for an immediate start.
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