Early Years Nursery Manager

A new opportunity has arisen at Richmond House Kindergarten based in Hale! We are looking for an experienced, qualified Early Years Nursery Manager to join our management team on a full-time permanent basis all year round.

We are seeking a passionate individual who shares our commitment to providing better outcomes for children. The ideal candidate will bring a sense of awe and wonder, creating a fun and magical experience for the children, while effectively leading, directing, and supporting a large staff team alongside the Management Team and Directors. You will play a vital role in supporting the wider team and colleagues in their early years working roles, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment.

Richmond House Kindergarten is well supported as part of a local group of nurseries already known and well ran in the area; the nursery group prides themselves on creating a nurturing environment where every child's potential is recognised and celebrated.

• Leading the effective day-to-day leadership and management of the nursery, ensuring the setting operates smoothly and successfully.
• Leading, motivating and supporting a team of dedicated early years professionals, creating a positive and inspiring culture.
• Driving outstanding educational practice across the nursery, ensuring consistently high standards of care, learning and development for all children.
• Leading on staff development, coaching, performance management and wellbeing, empowering practitioners to develop their skills and careers.
• Delivering and coordinating education-based training programmes to support continuous professional development.
• Acting as the nursery Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCo), working closely with families, the Local Authority and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children.
• Overseeing planning, learning environments and educational experiences throughout the nursery, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring they are stimulating, inspiring and developmentally appropriate.
• Monitoring children's progress and educational outcomes using Nursery management software
• Supporting recruitment, safer recruitment processes, induction and onboarding of new team members in partnership with the in-house Recruitment Team.
• Building strong, positive relationships with parents and carers, creating trusted partnerships that support every child's development.
• Maintaining links with the local community and representing the nursery at events and initiatives where appropriate.
• Supporting occupancy, quality assurance and administrative processes to ensure the nursery continues to thrive.
• Assisting with financial reviews and operational planning to support the nursery's ongoing success.
• Ensuring full compliance with the EYFS, safeguarding, SEND, health and safety, and all relevant statutory requirements.
• Supporting preparations for Ofsted inspections and maintaining inspection readiness at all times.
• Work collaboratively alongside Management Team and Nursery Directions
• Acting in accordance with all nursery policies, procedures and best practice guidance.

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years. An EYT, EYP or other higher qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
• At least five years' experience working within an early years setting.
• Experience working in a Management position within Early Years.
• Previous leadership experience, with the ability to inspire, coach and develop others.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS, child development and current statutory legislation.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Previous SENDCo experience (or a willingness to undertake SENDCo training) would be desirable.
• Experience of monitoring children's progress and using assessment to drive educational outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• A proactive, organised and solution-focused approach, with a genuine passion for achieving the very best outcomes for children.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Salary: negotiable salary for the right candidate, starting from £31,800 per annum plus additional nursery bonus scheme

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Location:

Hale, Altrincham

Interview:
Interviews will be held from W/C 17th August, with flexible times possible to work around current commitments

Anticipated start date in role: from 1st September 2026 onwards

• We place a huge emphasis on wellbeing, with access to the BUPA helpline
• Free DBS
• Regular team treats
• Opportunities to gain further qualifications
• Holiday entitlement that increases with service
• Annual staff BBQ with free bar and Christmas night out.
• Dress down Friday every week
• Rewards and recognition gifts for performance
• Excellent in-house training and career progression opportunities

Except for occasional training you are not required to work…