Nursery Manager – Level 3 – Up to £50,000 Our client, as established early years setting with a strong outdoor and forest school ethos is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead day-to-day operations. The nursery places a clear emphasis on time outdoors, high-quality provision, and consistent standards across all rooms. Before You Apply This role requires recent experience managing a nursery or early years setting. Applicants must be confident leading inspections, staff performance, and compliance. This position is not suitable for candidates without a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. Key Job Details Salary : Up to £50,000 per year (depending on experience) Hours : 40 hours per week, all year round Contract : Permanent Why This Role Is Worth Considering Well-established nursery Spacious, well-resourced rooms designed to support creativity and exploration Daily outdoor learning, outings, and access to a large outdoor space Stable setting with clear structure and expectations Benefits package including pension scheme, training and development, and competitive annual leave What You’ll Need Level 3 qualification in Early Years Proven experience as a Nursery Manager Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements Confidence managing staff performance, ratios, and daily operations History of good or outstanding Ofsted ratings Desirable Experience in a forest school or outdoor-led nursery setting Additional leadership or management training What You’ll Do Lead the daily operational management of the nursery Maintain high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding across all rooms Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections and follow-up actions Manage, support, and develop the staff team Oversee compliance, policies, and quality assurance Work closely with families to ensure consistent, high-quality provision What Happens After You Apply Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation, followed by an on-site interview. Reference: WILL206254/TH INDACC