Senior Cluster Manager – Early Years - Nottinghamshire
Salary: £37,500 per annum Start date: ASAP
DBS: Enhanced DBS required
Are you ready to make a real impact in children’s lives and lead a team that’s shaping the future of wraparound childcare? At The Lime Trees, we’re on the lookout for an inspirational and hands-on Senior Cluster Manager to oversee our thriving Breakfast and After School Clubs across Nottinghamshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with leadership experience in early years or education who’s looking to take the next step in their career.
About the Role
As a Senior Cluster Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to provide safe, engaging, and inclusive environments where children can learn, play, and grow. You’ll lead and support a network of sites, empower staff teams, and ensure each setting delivers exceptional care and creativity.
You will be responsible for:
· Operational Leadership: Overseeing multiple clubs to ensure quality, safety, and fun are at the forefront of everything we do.
· Team Support: Coaching, developing, and inspiring staff to reach their full potential.
· Partnership Building: Strengthening relationships with schools, communities, and local organisations to grow and enrich our services.
· Strategic Development: Driving forward new initiatives that make a lasting positive impact on families and children.
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
· Experienced in managing multi-site childcare, education, or playwork settings
· Confident in safeguarding, compliance, and operational excellence
· Organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting teams and children
· An excellent communicator with great people skills and attention to detail
· IT confident and familiar with digital systems
· Able to travel across Nottinghamshire (own transport essential)
· Flexible to occasionally visit our Nottingham Head Office
Why Join The Lime Trees?
We know our people are our greatest strength — so we look after you with:
· 28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
· Pension scheme and company wellbeing initiatives
· Ongoing training, development, and career growth opportunities
· A positive, supportive, and family-first culture — where your ideas and energy are truly valued
As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding, you will also be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other suitability checks as part of our safer recruitment procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: On the road
Senior Cluster Manager - Early Years - Nottinghamshire employer: The Lime Trees Group CIC Careers
At The Lime Trees, we pride ourselves on being a family-first business that prioritises the community and the families within it. Our outstanding work culture fosters a supportive environment where Early Years Educators can thrive, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With competitive salaries, a company pension scheme, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, we ensure that our team members feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.
Contact Details:
The Lime Trees Group CIC Careers Recruitment Team
