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We're looking for a dedicated future early years leader to guide our team, support our families, and champion the best start in life for every child. Our 2-year Graduate Talent Programme is a structured development pathway designed to fast-track exceptional individuals into the role of Head of Nursery (Nursery Manager). Whether you're graduating in 2026 or seeking a career pivot from leadership roles in industries like hospitality, retail or business; our programme delivers: Immersive nursery rotations for early years leadership experience; Head Office exposure across people, finance, recruitment, parent experience and operations; Funded completion of an Early Years qualification (where required); Dedicated mentorship and peer networking with your cohort; Real-world leadership through projects, evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Responsibility:
Assist nursery teams in upholding EYFS standards in day-to-day operations, in addition to the Cherubs Nurseries approach and curriculum
Get to know the children, families and staff team at the nursery, creating a trusting rapport with all
Assist in managing the team and organise training/meetings to keep them up to date on business changes and best practice
Supervise and appraise the team, keeping them motivated whilst addressing any issues that may arise
Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and Cherubs Nurseries standards in all nursery environments
Support our people and culture strategy and recruitment processes
Challenge any behaviours or practices that go against the Cherubs Nurseries vision, values, brand promises in addition to our operating policies and procedures
Embrace and implement the Cherubs Nurseries vision, values and brand promises, ensuring you promote these in all aspects of your role
Embrace any other duties which may be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the post
Ensure records are properly maintained and archived, following the Cherubs Nurseries GDPR policy
Attend 3 paid Saturday Training Days every year (January, May and September) along with an annual fundraising event for your nursery that also takes place on a Saturday
Requirements:
Right to work in the United Kingdom
Completion of a "Keeping Children Safe" Form
DBS
At least 2 satisfactory employment references
Some roles may also require a 5-year employment history
What we offer:
30% off childcare at Cherubs Nurseries
Long-service awards for 5+ years service
Annual "Me Day" after 1 year's service
Electric Car Scheme (for those eligible)
Free healthy lunch, made by our Nursery Chef
Bonus scheme if on track with graduate programme pathway – at the discretion of Line Manager