At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education for children.
- Company: Join the nurturing team at Little Houghton Day Nursery in a picturesque village.
- Benefits: Enjoy free childcare, 33 days holiday, and a discretionary annual bonus.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in childcare management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33072 - 33072 £ per year.
Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager! At our small, stunning old-school setting at Little Houghton Day Nursery, we are looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to guide our team and deliver exceptional care and education.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Childcare Perks: free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
- Holiday and Celebrations: 33 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday off.
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: an additional performance-based reward, given at the company’s discretion, to recognise great work and team contribution.
- Self-Space Mental Health Workshops: short, practical sessions that help managers identify mental health concerns and confidently support their teams.
- Career Development: access to The National College full of training and courses.
- Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: enjoy Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools.
- Recognition & Rewards: refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
- Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.
Pay and Working Hours
- Pay: From £33,072 per annum – based on experience (40 hours per week).
- Working Hours: 37.5 to 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible shifts either 4 full days 8am-6pm (40hrs), or 3 full days and 2 half days (37.5hrs).
- Location: Little Houghton Day Nursery, The Old School, 35 Bedford Road, Little Houghton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1AB.
What Being a Nursery Manager Involves
- Lead, manage, and inspire your nursery team to deliver high-quality care and education with pride and energy.
- Create a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children’s all-round development and meets individual needs.
- Build positive relationships with families, colleagues and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children.
- Oversee nursery operations including staff schedules, budgets, health and safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Act as a mentor, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and supporting the professional development of your team.
- Promote the ethos and values of The Old Station Nursery, ensuring they are deeply embedded in daily practice.
- Take responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety across the nursery.
- Confidently lead inspections and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with the EYFS framework and Ofsted standards.
What You’ll Bring to the Role
- Proven experience in managing and inspiring teams within a childcare setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS framework and best practices in early years education.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate and drive a team towards excellence.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills to build positive partnerships with families and staff.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for creating brighter futures for children.
About Our Nursery
In the picturesque village of Little Houghton in Northamptonshire, Little Houghton Day Nursery offers a nurturing and enriching environment for early education. The nursery provides children with a variety of learning opportunities that allow them to explore their interests and develop their unique talents. We have three rooms: a baby room (0–2 years), a toddler room (2–3 years) and a preschool room (3–5 years). The nursery is located just south of Northampton, off the A428 (Bedford to Northampton Road), next to the local church St Mary The Virgin. Parking is available outside the nursery.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.
Nursery Manager-£750 Welcome Perk employer: The Old Station Nursery
At Little Houghton Day Nursery, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and professional growth of our team. With generous benefits such as free childcare for the first month, 33 days of holiday, and access to mental health workshops, we foster a supportive and nurturing work culture. Located in the charming village of Little Houghton, our nursery offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early education while enjoying a flexible working environment and a strong sense of community.
