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Nursery Manager

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Wishford Schools

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United Kingdom , Devizes

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Education

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Not provided

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Salary:

37000.00 - 42000.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and ambitious Nursery Manager at Heathcote House Nursery in the beautiful market town of Devizes. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality Early Years provision and experienced in managing a setting with 90-100+ children attending. You will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operation of the nursery with the support of Wishford Education, and be ready to take an already successful nursery to new heights.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage the day-to-day operation of the nursery, ensuring compliance with EYFS, and health and safety standards
  • Lead the next stage of nursery growth, including marketing and implementation
  • Have an up to date working knowledge of the Early Years Framework and all other statutory guidance
  • Inspire a large and friendly team of early years professionals and provide regular training and continued staff support
  • Monitor and maintain high standards of care, education, and safeguarding
  • Work closely with the Nursery Area Manager and the support team from Wishford Education to manage child occupancy, financial budgets, and staffing
  • Work with Talent Acquisition Partner to recruit and induct new staff members
  • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the nursery, ensuring all staff understand and comply with safeguarding procedures
  • Lead on all safeguarding matters, including referrals, staff training, and liaising with external agencies, and ensuring full compliance with EYFS, Ofsted, and local authority regulations
  • Maintain accurate, confidential records for children, staff, and incidents
  • Keep safeguarding logs, accident/incident reports, and child development records up to date
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practices
  • Take overall responsibility for the safety and the well-being of all children in the setting, conducting regular risk assessments, and promoting a culture of vigilance and proactive safeguarding among all staff
  • Maximise nursery occupancy through proactive enrolment strategies and excellent parent engagement
  • Ensure efficient staff deployment aligned with child ratios and budget constraints
  • Oversee procurement and use of resources to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
  • Lead local marketing initiatives and promote the nursery through events and community outreach
  • Work with the Nursery Marketing and Admissions Executive to manage the nursery’s online presence
  • Monitor and respond to parent feedback and online reviews, mainly on DayNurseries.com, to maintain a positive reputation
  • Build strong relationships with the local community to enhance visibility and trust
  • Work with the Nursery Finance Business Partner to achieve financial targets, manage nursery budgets, and monitor income and expenditure
  • Oversee fee collection processes and manage outstanding charges professionally and sensitively
  • Motivate and inspire your nursery team
  • Foster a positive, collaborative team culture that encourages high morale and staff engagement
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, support senior/room leaders, and set clear goals, targets and expectations
  • Promote a healthy work-life balance and implement wellbeing initiatives
  • Identify training needs, support continuous professional development, and ensure all staff meet required qualifications and standards
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children flourish
  • Lead the delivery of the EYFS curriculum with creativity and care
  • Oversee planning, assessment, and evaluation to ensure high-quality learning experiences
  • Support children with additional needs in collaboration with the Nursery Area Manager and external agencies
  • Build strong, positive relationships with parents through regular communication, meetings, and events
  • Ensure new families feel welcomed and supported from their first visit
  • Represent the nursery with professionalism, warmth, and integrity at all times
  • Foster strong relationships with families, ensuring open communication and trust

Requirements:

  • Level 3, 4, or 5 qualification in Early Years (e.g., CACHE, NVQ)
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in nursery management, ideally in a large setting (90+ occupancy)
  • Proven track record of delivering high standards in early years education and care
  • In-depth understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and time management
  • Confident in using data to drive improvement and inform planning
  • IT literate, with experience using nursery management systems (e.g., EYWorks)
  • Be financially aware and target-drive, with proven experience in managing budgets, controlling costs and achieving financial objectives
What we offer:
  • 5% employer pension
  • EV scheme through Octopus
  • Cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts
  • 50% fee discount for the sessions your child attends on the days you work in the nursery
  • Access to the group’s counselling scheme
  • 3 x days of paid CPD / training per year
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • Paid bank holidays off plus Christmas closure
  • Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L5
  • Accident at work insurance cover
  • Staff uniform provided
  • £1,000.00 joining bonus – paid on successfully passing 6 months probation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 23, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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