At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing nursery, ensuring a safe and inspiring environment for children.
- Company: Join Dinotots Ashington, a friendly and supportive nursery group.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, career progression, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Conveniently located near transport links, with a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Shape young lives while developing your leadership skills in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and significant management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 25704 - 31416 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our small, but steadily growing, friendly nursery in Ashington. This position offers more than just managing a nursery. It’s about creating a space where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn; where families know they’re in good hands; and where your team enjoys coming to work each day. You’ll be joining a well-established nursery group with a supportive local team behind you, giving you the freedom to lead while having the support you need to thrive.
As Nursery Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring that we continue to provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for every child. You’ll lead by example, spending time with your team, supporting them on the floor, coaching their development, and celebrating their successes. You’ll build positive relationships with parents, collaborate closely with external professionals when necessary, and ensure that safeguarding and children’s wellbeing remain at the heart of everything you do. Alongside delivering high-quality childcare, you’ll oversee occupancy, budgets, and compliance, making sure the nursery runs smoothly and continues to grow.
We’re looking for someone who...
- Has a Level 3 Early Years qualification as a minimum
- Has significant experience working in Early Years, including at least two years in a management role.
- Has a genuine and easily recognisable passion for giving children the best possible start in life.
- Enjoys developing and motivating others, helping teams to grow in confidence and ability.
- Has a strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements.
- Can balance delivering exceptional childcare with the commercial responsibilities of running a successful nursery.
- Communicates openly, leads with kindness, and isn’t afraid to get involved when needed.
In return, you’ll have the chance to lead a nursery where your ideas are valued and your development is nurtured. You’ll work alongside experienced operational leaders who want to see you and your team succeed, with ongoing training and opportunities to continue progressing your career, mind-mapping, sharing ideas, and gaining support from your peers at the weekly management meeting. Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day, not just for the children in your care, but also for their families and the team you lead.
Conveniently located for commuters, with easy access to the A189 just 1.5 miles away, Dinotots Ashington is centrally situated on North View, Ashington, NE63 9XQ, tucked just behind the main shopping street and within short walking distance of the town’s key transport hubs and community facilities.
Just a 5-minute walk from both Ashington Train Station and Bus Station.
IMPORTANT NOTE: No agencies will be considered for this role. Please do not contact our recruitment team to avoid wasting each other’s time.
Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, Right to Work checks, and all relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures.
Nursery Name: Dinotots Ashington Ltd
Nursery Manager in Ashington employer: Dinotots Group
At Dinotots Ashington, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our Nursery Manager and their team. Located conveniently in Ashington, our nursery offers a supportive work culture where your ideas are welcomed, and professional growth is actively encouraged through ongoing training and collaboration with experienced leaders. Join us to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in a nurturing environment.
