* Swindon, UK
* Posted 9 hours ago
* £40,000 per annum GBP / Year
Are you a passionate and experienced childcare professional ready to lead a thriving nursery team? Happy Days Nurseries is seeking a dynamic Nursery Manager to join our Swindon Abbey Meads setting, where children truly SHINE.
About Us
At Happy Days, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. Our Swindon nursery offers a nurturing, stimulating environment where children flourish through our unique "Where Children Shine" curriculum. As part of a respected and growing group, you'll be joining a team that values quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Your Role
As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and operational management of the nursery. You'll ensure the highest standards of care, education, and safeguarding, while driving occupancy and commercial performance. You'll lead, inspire, and develop your team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the nursery with confidence, embodying our SHINE values: Support, Honesty, Inspiration, Nurturing, Empowerment
* Ensure outstanding childcare and education through effective planning, observation, and assessment
* Manage day-to-day operations, including staffing, enrolments, parent partnerships, and compliance
* Drive commercial success through occupancy growth and budget management
* Mentor and develop your team through induction, supervision, and appraisal
* Represent Happy Days professionally during Ofsted inspections and regulatory visits
* Collaborate with our Support Centre and contribute to group-wide initiatives
What We're Looking For
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
* Level 3 Safeguarding and Paediatric First Aid
* Proven leadership experience in a childcare setting
* Strong commercial acumen and budget management skills
* Excellent communication, organisation, and decision-making abilities
* Deep understanding of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and statutory frameworks
* Passion for developing others and driving continuous improvement
* Ability to build positive relationships with families, colleagues, and external partners
Rewarding Careers
Here at Happy Days we're building a workplace where our colleagues thrive.
We believe that when our colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired, they can truly thrive—and so can the children in their care. That's why our employee reward and benefits programme is carefully curated to reflect our SHINE values: Support, Honesty, Inspire, Nurture, and Empower.
We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren't just perks—they're part of a culture that puts people first. They support us build a workplace where you're empowered to thrive every day and where you'll feel valued.
* Salary £40,000 per annum
* 50% childcare discount
* Blue Light Card Membership
* Life Assurance
* Christmas On Us – Up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas closedown
* Health and Wellbeing services through SPARK
* Ongoing professional development and career growth
* A supportive, inclusive team culture
* A chance to be part of a nursery where children are truly at the heart of everything we do
"Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care, as such, the successful post holder will be required to undergo a robust vetting process, including an enhanced DBS Check and Reference History Checks"
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