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Are you a motivating leader with a passion for high-quality early years education?
We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Nursery Area Manager to oversee a group of nurseries in and around Tunbridge Wells. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and strategic individual to support nursery teams, raise standards, and help shape the early learning experiences of hundreds of children.
The Role:
As Area Manager, you’ll be the key link between nursery settings and senior leadership ensuring each nursery delivers exceptional childcare, maintains compliance, and performs well operationally.
You will work alongside Nursery Managers to support leadership development, improve practice, and promote a culture of excellence across your region.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strong leadership, coaching, and support to Nursery Managers
* Ensure settings meet or exceed Ofsted, EYFS, and company standards
* Drive occupancy, manage budgets, and ensure financial health across sites
* Oversee recruitment, training, and team development strategies
* Foster excellent relationships between nursery teams, parents, and head office
* Champion safeguarding, inclusion, and wellbeing at every level
* Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
About You:
* Experienced in multi-site or senior-level nursery management
* Hold a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (Level 5 or above preferred)
* Thorough understanding of EYFS, Ofsted, and compliance requirements
* A confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
* Positive, solution-focused, and able to inspire high-performing teams
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Tunbridge Wells area
What We Offer:
* Annual bonus and company car or travel allowance
* Ongoing leadership development and training
* A supportive and progressive senior leadership team
* The opportunity to shape the future of early years provision across multiple settings
Apply Today Lead with Purpose
If you're a passionate, forward-thinking leader ready to make a meaningful difference in early years education, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Education, Management, and Quality Assurance
* Industries
Education and Strategic Management Services
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