Nursery Manager - Highweek Community Primary & Nursery School

Come and Join Our Supportive Nursery Team! Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School is seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and inspirational Nursery Manager to join our dedicated Early Years team. This is an exciting time to join Highweek as we continue to develop our vision of academic excellence and opportunity for all within an inclusive environment. Our thriving nursery currently provides high-quality education and care for children aged 2–5, and we are excited to be expanding further with the opening of our under 2s provision in September 2027.

Working alongside and supporting the EYFS Lead, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership and development of our nursery. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about providing outstanding care and education and is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.

About the role

As our Nursery Manager, you will support the EYFS Lead in creating an inspiring, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. You will work closely with the Early Years team to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and care while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.

You will have a secure understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and be committed to ensuring every child develops the confidence, curiosity and resilience needed for lifelong learning. You will lead by example, supporting colleagues to deliver exceptional practice and ensuring children receive the very best start to their education.

Key responsibilities

• Support the EYFS Lead in the day-to-day leadership, management and organisation of the nursery
• Take the operational lead during school holiday provision, ensuring the safe, effective and efficient running of the nursery, including the organisation of staff, activities and children's welfare
• Support the nursery team in delivering high-quality teaching, learning and care for children aged 2–5
• Help to plan, implement and evaluate an ambitious, engaging and inclusive EYFS curriculum that meets the needs of all children
• Ensure smooth transitions across the Early Years provision, including between the 2-year-old provision and Nursery
• Monitor and assess children's progress, identifying where additional support or intervention is required
• Coach, mentor and support staff to maintain high-quality practice and promote continuous professional development
• Build strong and positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals
• Assist with staffing, rotas and the efficient day-to-day running of the nursery
• Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, welfare, health and safety
• Contribute to the continued development and future growth of our expanding Early Years provision

What we're looking for

• Holds a Level 4, 5 or 6 qualification in Leadership and Management or a childcare related discipline or working towards this
• Has substantial experience working within an Early Years setting, ideally including provision for 0-2-year-olds
• Has experience in a leadership role, such as Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager
• Has an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and child development
• Has a proven track record of planning, assessing and monitoring children's learning and development
• Has experience of supporting staff, organising rotas and contributing to the effective management of a nursery
• Holds a current Paediatric First Aid qualification or is willing to undertake the training
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child receives the very best start to their education
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What we offer

• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative staff team
• The opportunity to work closely with an experienced EYFS Lead and Senior Leadership Team
• Excellent opportunities for professional development, leadership training and ongoing CPD
• The chance to help shape and develop our expanding Early Years provision, including our exciting new under 2s setting opening in September 2027
• A caring, inclusive school community where staff wellbeing is valued and children are at the heart of everything we do

If you are passionate about Early Years education and are excited by the opportunity to support and develop an ambitious nursery provision, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged.

Apply

If you would like to talk to someone about our school please contact Mrs Tracy Lowe on 01626 216300. An application form can be requested by contacting Tracy Lowe 01626216300.

Please send completed Applications by 09:00 on the closing date. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires a DBS disclosure.