Nursery Manager - Woodbourne Road Nursery, Douglas, Isle of Man
Full-Time Permanent Start October 2025
Hopes & Dreams Childcare Group is a well-established, family-run organisation on the beautiful Isle of Man, dedicated to creating Happy Children Positive Futures. With six settings and over 25 years of experience, we've supported more than 4500 families through our values-led, emotionally warm, child-centred approach.
We're proud to be Curiosity Approach-accredited and to nurture environments where children, staff, and families thrive together. We're recruiting a Nursery Manager for our flagship setting at Woodbourne Road Nursery in Douglas. This vibrant nursery welcomes up to 77 children daily and is supported by a strong team of 21 staff.
You'll lead with purpose, partnering with families, supporting your team, and ensuring every decision aligns with our values of emotional connection, curiosity, and excellence.
A warm, collaborative network of experienced managers across the group
A central leadership team that genuinely cares about your wellbeing
A centralised admin team that takes care of the paperwork, so you can focus on leading
Why the Isle of Man?
If you're seeking a setting where high-quality childcare isn't constrained by paperwork, targets, and tick-boxes, this is it.
The Isle of Man is a self-governing, supportive environment with no Ofsted, allowing you to focus on what matters most: children, families, and your team.
And with stunning beaches, rolling hills, low crime, and a thriving community feel, it's not just a great place to work, but an amazing place to live.
A Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years
Previous experience in nursery management or leadership
A commitment to emotionally responsive, child-led practice
You'll be part of a strong peer network of managers who always have your back
Enhanced holidays & generous childcare discounts
Staff perks, wellbeing initiatives & regular appreciation events
The chance to shape a growing, forward-thinking nursery group
Come and make a genuine difference at Hopes & Dreams in the Isle of Man.