At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire Nursery Managers across five settings to ensure outstanding early years experiences.
- Company: A respected independent group of children's day nurseries in the Midlands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and offers career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's outcomes and staff wellbeing in a rewarding leadership role.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or degree, with strong leadership and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 57000 £ per year.
Package £42,000 - £57,000 pro rata doe and interview.
Ready for your next step in Early Years leadership? Our client, a highly respected and long-established independent group of five children’s day nurseries, is recruiting an exceptional Area Manager to lead and develop their Midlands (Leicestershire) region. This is the perfect opportunity for:
- Experienced Nursery Managers ready to progress into multi-site leadership
- Current Area / Regional / Group Managers seeking a fresh, rewarding challenge
As Area Manager, you will play a pivotal part in shaping outstanding early years experiences. You’ll work closely with Nursery Managers and their teams, ensuring high standards, compliance, and inspirational teaching across every setting. This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to influence the success of a close-knit early years group.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading, mentoring, and inspiring Nursery Managers across 5 settings
- Driving quality, compliance, and continuous improvement (EYFS & Ofsted)
- Supporting recruitment, performance, and professional development
- Providing hands-on guidance during challenges and key operational moments
- Embedding a positive culture focused on children’s outcomes and staff wellbeing
What We’re Looking For
You will thrive in this role if you are:
- An experienced Nursery Manager ready for multi-site responsibility or
- An established Area/Regional Manager seeking a new opportunity
And you bring:
- A Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum) or Early Years degree or QBE
- Good understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted frameworks
- A proactive, solution-focused mindset and natural leadership style
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking, independent group that genuinely values its people. Flexible working / hours - min of 25 hours (term time available).
If you're passionate about Early Years leadership and ready to shape the future of a growing nursery group, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or message us directly for a confidential conversation.
Nursery Area Manager in Leicester employer: PinkWorm Recruitment
Join a highly respected independent group of children's day nurseries in Leicestershire, where your leadership will directly impact the quality of early years education. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing and professional development, this role offers a supportive work culture that values autonomy and innovation. Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity to shape outstanding experiences for children while advancing your career in a rewarding environment.
