Nursery Manager

Job summary

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds, and creating a magical learning environment?

This role would suit an Early Years professional, with the ability to help lead and support an incredible team of nursery staff and children, someone who will feel excited about working with us.

If you think this could be you, we have a fantastic package for you, and a warm welcome awaits!

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. The nursery was inspected by Ofsted in June 2025 and rated Good in all areas.

In particular, the inspector praised the positive interactions between staff and children. 

Hours, Salary & Benefits

Hours of work: 40 hours, 51 weeks a year 

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £40,000.00 - £43,000.00 pa based on qualifications and experience. 

£1,000.00 joining bonus!*

Benefits: 

• 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 discretionary extra Christmas closure leave 
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships
• Accident at work insurance cover 
• Staff uniform provided 

*on passing 6 months probation

Why Join Us? 

• A supportive, family-like team culture. 
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 
• A beautiful, homely setting where children and staff feel valued. 

To see full job description, and more detail about our nursery, please follow the link to eteach.