Nursery Area Manager

Overview

As our new Nursery Area Manager, you’ll be the glue that keeps our settings strong, smiling, and successful.

• Support, coach, and inspire Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Ensure each nursery shines brightly, meeting and exceeding Ofsted and EYFS standards.
• Monitor performance, quality, and compliance across the region.
• Lead on audits, action planning, and all things strategy.
• Be the go‑to for safeguarding, people development, and parent partnerships.
• Travel regularly between sites – you’re never stuck behind a desk.

• Experience leading multiple nursery settings.
• Qualified Early Years professional (Level 3 minimum).
• Proven leadership across multiple nursery settings.
• Confident communicator, motivator and mentor.
• Dedication to quality, safety and creating warm, inspiring environments.
• Ability to juggle KPIs, team dynamics, and be a passionate team player.
• Driver’s licence and flexibility to travel.

A team‑first culture where ideas, fun and kindness matter. Access to leadership coaching and career progression within a growing company. Regular Area Manager meetups. Celebrations, including meals out for achieving Outstanding Ofsted rating.

Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications).

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Area Manager to lead three of our settings. If you’re ready to make a real difference every single day and want to be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking nursery group where your ideas and enthusiasm are valued, we’d love to hear from you!