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Location: Milton Keynes Browns Wood
Overview
We’re looking for a dynamic leader with a Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or higher) and at least two years’ leadership experience in an Early Years setting. You will lead, nurture, and make a real difference to young minds in our award‑winning nursery.
What We Offer
 * Up to 25% annual salary bonus
 * Competitive pay and clear career progression
 * 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
 * Your birthday off
 * Significant childcare discount
 * Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus
 * Comprehensive training and development via our Grow with Us platform
 * Employee wellbeing support (mental health first aiders, menopause support via Peppy and Employee Assistance Programme)
 * Cycle to Work scheme, pension via Cushon, discounted private medical insurance
 * Opportunities to travel and experience childcare practices around the world
 * Access to Hive wellbeing platform and other perks
Key Responsibilities
 * Lead & inspire the nursery team – drive excellence and motivation.
 * Enhance educational programmes and operational processes.
 * Ensure full compliance with safety, health and regulatory requirements.
 * Financial oversight of budgets and resource management.
 * Build strong relationships with parents, staff and local community.
 * Foster professional development for the team.
About You
 * Passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager aiming for high standards of childcare and early years education.
 * Resourceful, commercially minded, with excellent communication skills.
 * Strong organisational skills, keen attention to detail and effective workload prioritisation.
 * Strong leadership ability and a focus on delivering high‑quality childcare.
Qualifications & Experience
 * NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma, or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare.
 * Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
 * Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
 * A focus on delivering high‑quality childcare and early education.
Apply Now
Become part of our dynamic team and help nurture children’s development.
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