Day Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

Location:

Sheffield
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience + £2,000 welcome bonus

Hours:

Full-time, permanent

Our client, a well-established early years setting, is seeking an experienced and motivated Nursery Manager to lead their team and oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader who is passionate about high-quality early years education, team development, and creating a nurturing, safe environment where children can thrive.

The Role

* Lead and manage the nursery in line with EYFS, safeguarding and regulatory requirements

* Inspire, support and develop a committed staff team

* Ensure high standards of care, learning and development across all rooms

* Manage staffing, ratios, rotas and performance

* Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals

* Oversee compliance, policies, audits and inspections

* Manage budgets, occupancy and operational efficiency

The Ideal Candidate

* Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)

* Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step up

* Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements

* Confident people manager with excellent communication skills

* Organised, professional and solution-focused

* Passionate about child development and quality practice

Benefits

* Competitive salary

* Supportive ownership and senior leadership

* Ongoing training and professional development

* Clear progression opportunities

* Generous holiday entitlement

* Company pension scheme

* Discounted childcare (where applicable)

If you are an experienced early years professional looking for your next leadership role, or a Deputy Manager ready to take the next step, we would be delighted to hear from you