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United Kingdom , Girton

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Employment contract

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35600.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year ▼
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Job Description:

Join the Kindred Family – Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference. Are you an experienced early years professional with a passion for leadership and delivering outstanding childcare? At Kindred, our Nursery Managers are at the heart of our nurseries, creating supportive and inspiring environments for children and staff alike. We offer a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, quarterly and annual bonuses, and the chance to develop within a company that truly values its leaders. You’ll manage and improve your nursery, lead a talented team, and play a key role in shaping children’s early education while helping your team thrive. If you’re ambitious, driven, and passionate about early years education, we’d love to meet you.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, and Room Leaders to ensure high standards of Early Years care and education
  • Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment
  • Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed across the nursery
  • Build and maintain a reputation as the nursery of choice for children and staff
  • Model and monitor best practice in line with regulatory guidelines
  • Inspire and support your team, overseeing inductions, mentoring, and ongoing development
  • Ensure the nursery runs efficiently, meets KPIs, budgets, and targets, and is prepared for audits and inspections
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery
  • Lead by example, modelling good practice and creating a shared vision
  • Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team
  • Conduct regular supervisions and performance discussions
  • Manage recruitment, interviews, and induction of new staff
  • Respond to complaints or concerns raised by parents or colleagues
  • Conduct nursery tours confidently, promoting available spaces
  • Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines, company policies, procedures, and risk assessments
  • Actively deliver and participate in staff meetings, training, parent sessions, and marketing events (including evenings or weekends)
  • Support wider company projects, training sessions, and meetings at other locations including Head Office

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in leading and managing a team within early years
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Outstanding customer service and time management
  • Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
  • Sound knowledge of EYFS and OFSTED guidelines
What we offer:
  • Birthday Off
  • 6 Fully Paid Sick Days
  • Cashback Healthcare Plan
  • Retail Discounts
  • Recognition & Reward Scheme
  • 50% Childcare Discount
  • 24/7 Virtual GP Access
  • 24/7 Counselling Support
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Personal Financial Advisor Access
  • Pension Discovery
  • Learning Platform Access
  • Quarterly and annual bonuses

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Job Posted:
February 07, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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