Nursery Manager

Job summary

Nursery Manager Vacancy – First Steps Nursery

Are you a passionate and experienced early years professional looking for an exciting leadership opportunity? First Steps Nursery is seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to join our team and provide exceptional care and education for young children.

About Us:

At First Steps Nursery, we are committed to providing a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Our setting promotes curiosity, creativity, and confidence, ensuring every child receives the best start in life. We are a small private family run nursery in the heart of the community.

The Role:

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of early years professionals, ensuring high-quality childcare for a 60-place nursery, and maintaining a safe, happy, and enriching environment for children. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, support staff development, and build strong relationships with parents and carers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the nursery team, ensuring a high standard of childcare and education
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and EYFS requirements
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Oversee staff training, development, and supervisions
• Build strong relationships with parents and external agencies
• Manage nursery recruitment and administrative tasks

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Passionate about early childhood education and child development

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Staff benefits including monthly staff appreciation and Christmas bonus
• Paid staff birthday off
• Long term service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Annual pay reviews
• A supportive and friendly workplace, with plenty of opportunity to undertake ongoing training and professional development.
• Pension scheme (auto enrolment)
• We offer exceptional on site facilities including a bright and airy staff room with a kitchen area and onsite parking.

Location: 18 Albury Road, Merstham, RH1 3LS

Hours: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career, we’d love to hear from you!