At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a passionate nursery team while ensuring top-notch care and education.
- Company: Join a well-established nursery in Portsmouth with a supportive management team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative workplace that values teamwork, kindness, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and shape the future of early years education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and strong leadership experience required.
Location: Portsmouth Area
Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 30 - 40 hours per week (flexible)
Worldwide Education Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established, high-quality nursery in the Portsmouth area to recruit an exceptional Nursery Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving nursery that provides outstanding care and education for children aged 0 - 4 years. You'll be supported by an experienced management team and a hands-on owner who will give you the autonomy to lead the nursery, inspire your team, and shape the future of the setting.
The Nursery Manager Role:
- Lead, motivate, and develop a passionate nursery team.
- Create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery.
- Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and early years education.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff.
- Drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
What We're Looking For:
- A positive and inspiring leader.
- Passionate about delivering exceptional childcare.
- A confident decision-maker with excellent people management skills.
- Reliable, organised, and solutions-focused.
- Full of fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements:
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum).
- Strong experience working within an Early Years setting.
- Previous leadership or management experience within a nursery.
- Excellent safeguarding knowledge.
- Strong communication and team management skills.
- Experience of an Ofsted inspection, either as a Nursery Manager or as part of a leadership team, would be advantageous.
What's on Offer:
- Salary of £36,000 - £42,000 per annum (FTE) depending on experience.
- Flexible working hours (30, 35 or 40 hours per week).
- Supportive and experienced senior leadership.
- Genuine autonomy to make a positive impact.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression.
- A welcoming, collaborative workplace where teamwork, kindness, and continuous improvement are valued.
If you're an experienced Nursery Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to progress and you're looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Worldwide Education Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Nursery Manager in Portsmouth employer: Worldwide Education & Care
Worldwide Education Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in the Portsmouth area. With a focus on continuous improvement and genuine autonomy, employees are empowered to lead and inspire their teams while enjoying flexible working hours and excellent career progression opportunities. Join a thriving nursery that values teamwork, kindness, and the highest standards of early years education.
Contact Details:
Worldwide Education & Care Recruitment Team
