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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, head office exposure, funded qualifications, mentorship, and real-world leadership projects.
Job Responsibility:
Assist nursery teams in upholding EYFS standards in day-to-day operations
Assist in managing the team and organise training/meetings
Supervise and appraise the team
Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and Cherubs Nurseries standards
Support our people and culture strategy and recruitment processes
Challenge any behaviours or practices that go against the Cherubs Nurseries vision, values, brand promises
Embrace and implement the Cherubs Nurseries vision, values and brand promises
Ensure records are properly maintained and archived
Attend 3 paid Saturday Training Days every year (January, May and September)
Attend 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 check
At least 2 satisfactory employment references
Some roles may require a 5-year employment history
Passionate about giving children the best start in life
Nurturing
Dedicated
Ready to help little minds grow
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
Progress to a permanent Head of Nursery Role
Competitive Annual Salary
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