Nursery Manager

Job summary

Join and Lead Our Team at Rossall Nursery

As Nursery Manager, you will lead the delivery of exceptional care and education, ensuring the highest standards are maintained. You will work as part of the wider school leadership structure, contributing to a shared vision and ensuring that the Nursery operates as an integral part of Rossall School.

Purpose of the Post

To lead and manage the day-to-day running of the Nursery, ensuring a caring, safe, secure and stimulating environment in line with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

To ensure that the Nursery operates fully in line with whole-school policies, procedures, and strategic direction, recognising that it is an integral part of Rossall School and not a standalone provision.

To report directly to the Head of EYFS and Head of Preparatory School, ensuring that all operational and strategic decisions are aligned with whole-school priorities and agreed in advance.

To ensure the Nursery remains compliant and inspection-ready at all times, meeting statutory requirements and maintaining high standards of care and education.

The position is full-time, all year round.  The normal hours of work are 42 per week, Monday to Friday. Additional hours may be required occasionally to attend events in the evenings and weekends.

The salary is expected to be £34,000 - £37,000 per annum, depending on experience, skills and qualifications. Holiday entitlement is 25 days per annum plus 8 Bank Holidays.

At Rossall, we provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where care for all our staff is an important part of our culture. We employ motivated people who work together to produce excellent outcomes for our staff and students.  Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and vision statements, and long-term plans for the future.

Our benefits include:

• Generous pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• A beautiful campus adjacent to the Irish Sea and within easy reach of Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Pennines
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team and a strong, supportive staff community
• Free lunch and refreshments during term-time
• Free parking on site
• Medical centre on site during term time
• Extensive CPD opportunities and financial support for qualifications such as Master's, etc
• A generous discount on the School fees of employees’ children attending the School (except the Nursery)

To apply, please read the full job description available on the School website and complete the application form, ensuring that your referees include your current or most recent employer. You should also explain clearly why you want to work at Rossall.