Nursery Manager – Up to £53,000 with Bonus &; Exceptional Benefits
Location: Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum performance bonus up to £3,000 (OTE £53,000)
Hours: 40 per week
Contract: Permanent
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The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Nursery Manager, or a Deputy looking to step up into a management role? We’re working with a highly reputable nursery group who are committed to rewarding their managers with an outstanding benefits package, clear career progression, and industry-leading training.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to combine financial reward with long-term personal development.
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What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of up to £50,000
* Annual performance bonus up to £3,000 – total earnings over £53,000
* Industry-leading training &; development: funded qualifications, paid apprenticeships, and clear pathways for progression
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
* 75% childcare discount
* Retail, travel, and lifestyle savings
* Confidential wellbeing support
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The Role
As Nursery Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading the team, ensuring high-quality early years care, and maintaining outstanding standards across the setting. Key areas include:
* Leading, motivating, and developing staff
* Driving quality in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements
* Building trusted relationships with parents and carers
* Overseeing day-to-day operations, staffing, and budgets
* Promoting continuous improvement and reflective practice
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About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* A full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification (minimum)
* At least 1 year of management experience in an Early Years setting
* Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements
* A genuine passion for leadership and operational excellence
(Level 5 qualification and experience achieving Good or Outstanding at Ofsted are desirable.)
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Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values and invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.