Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager!
Location: Just Imagine Day Nursery, Maldon
Salary: Competitive plus a £1,000 welcome bonus!
Hours: 40 hours per week
Welcome to Just Imagine Maldon Day Nursery, a nurturing environment where children aged 18 months to 5 years thrive! Proudly rated Good by Ofsted (September 2025), we are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Nursery Manager to help shape our nursery’s next chapter.
In our age-based rooms, children learn and play with a variety of age-appropriate equipment and activities. Our dedicated team brings the EYFS curriculum to life, fostering confidence, curiosity, and independence in every child. If you’re ready to inspire a team, nurture young minds, and make a real difference every day, this could be the role for you!
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Quarterly Bonus: Earn an extra £3,000 per annum!
* £1,000 Welcome Bonus!
* Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
* Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
* Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for our team members, plus access to wider discounts.
* Health & Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available.
* Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS throughout the nursery.
* Implement and uphold company policies and procedures.
* Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and act on recommendations.
* Embed an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments in children.
* Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to each child's development.
* Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice.
* Address complaints or concerns promptly and inform senior management.
* Maintain accurate records and accounts on the EyMan system.
* Engage in nursery publications, advertising, and marketing activities.
* Foster positive relationships with your team through an approachable manner.
*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and may evolve over time.
Requirements:
* Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification.
* Essential: Over 1 year of experience in Early Years.
* Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements.
* Essential: Over 1 year of management experience.
* Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership.
* Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level.
Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Family First community!
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Just Imagine Day Nursery – Maldon is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.