Nursery Manager

Little Blossom Tree Nursery & Pre-School is a brand-new early year setting in the Borough of Broxbourne, located in a modern and spacious unit within The Precinct, with excellent transport links and nearby parking. The nursery will open its doors in March 2026, offering a warm, stimulating and inclusive environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We will operate all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8:00am 6:00pm, supporting families who require full day care.

At full capacity, we will welcome up to 72 children, supported by a highly trained team of qualified early years professionals. Our vision is to create a nurturing, language-rich, play-led learning environment where every child feels loved, valued and supported to grow to their full potential. We believe in: A warm, home-from-home experience Cultural inclusivity, positive identity and equal opportunity Strong, respectful parent partnerships Holistic learning through play Small key groups and individual attention SEND-inclusive practices Our nursery has been thoughtfully designed with open, airy classrooms filled with natural light, age-appropriate furnishings, calm reading corners, sensory play zones and learning stations tailored to each developmental stage.

Every detail from the layout to the resources, has been created with childrens wellbeing and development in mind. We are committed to providing a safe, inspiring and inclusive environment where children thrive emotionally, socially and academically. Our aim is to ensure every child feels valued and supported, while also developing confidence, resilience, curiosity and a lifelong love for learning. The setting benefits from modern digital systems to support streamlined operations and parent communication, including real-time updates, secure child progress tracking and interactive learning journals.

Our kitchen and dining areas support healthy and culturally diverse meals, Little Blossom Tree is built around strong community values, working in partnership with families, supporting the local area and contributing positively to childrens futures. Everything from our curriculum to our daily routines reflects a child-centred approach that empowers children to grow, learn and blossom. Responsible for:
Deputy Manager, Room Leaders, Nursery Practitioners, Administrator, Chef/Cook and support staff. Estimated full team size of 17.

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, rota-based between 8:00am 6:00pm, with occasional evening commitments as required for events and parent meetings. The Nursery Manager at Little Blossom Tree is the senior leader responsible for the successful day-to-day running, growth and strategic direction of the setting. This key role is central to shaping the nurserys culture, building a high-performing team and ensuring the delivery of exceptional early years provision in line with our values, vision and ethos.

The Nursery Manager will hold full accountability for operational excellence, safeguarding, compliance, and staff leadership. They will oversee the planning and implementation of a stimulating, child-centred curriculum, while ensuring that every child receives the highest standard of care and education. As the lead representative of the nursery, the manager will foster strong relationships with children, parents, carers, staff, external agencies and the wider community.

They will champion a positive and collaborative environment, underpinned by strong communication, professional conduct and a commitment to continuous improvement. This role requires a confident, organised and proactive leader who is comfortable making informed decisions, delegating effectively and driving high standards. The manager will oversee financial budgets, staffing levels, health & safety, recruitment, training and Ofsted readiness, ensuring all operational and regulatory requirements are met.

Ultimately, the Nursery Manager at Little Blossom Tree plays a pivotal role in creating a safe, inspiring and inclusive environment where children and staff flourish.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Provide strong, inspirational and visible leadership for all staff. Build,…