Nursery Manager

?? Nursery Manager Windsor ??Location: Windsor, BerkshireContract: Permanent, Full-TimeSalary: Competitive, based on experienceStart Date: September 2025KiddyKare is delighted to be supporting a highly reputable and long-standing independent nursery in Windsor, in their search for a Nursery Manager to join and lead their dedicated early years team.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated childcare professional to step into a managerial role within a nurturing and educationally focused nursery. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, support a small team, and be hands-on with the children, particularly in the 23-year-old room.About the Role:Term Time Responsibilities Include:Supporting the Head of EYFS with nursery management and administrationLine managing key nursery staff to ensure the highest standards of care, teaching and learningLeading parent partnerships and meetings, and contributing to the creation of formal reports and progress journalsPlanning and preparing for nursery open mornings and supporting admissionsOverseeing curriculum planning, classroom setup, and effective delivery of EYFSActing as a key person to a group of children, contributing to their personal and educational developmentEnsuring adherence to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion policiesEngaging in outdoor supervision, extended hours provision, and daily nursery routinesHoliday Responsibilities Include:Managing the day-to-day running of the nursery when the Head of EYFS is offsiteOrganising staff rotas, holiday cover, and ensuring compliance with ratiosCoordinating site security, liaising with maintenance and facilities teamsSupervising childrens wellbeing, safety, meals, and progress trackingOverseeing the holiday club provision and managing budgets and parent communicationsWhat Were Looking For:Minimum Level 3 in Childcare (NVQ or equivalent)Previous experience in a senior nursery or management roleExcellent working knowledge of EYFS and child developmentStrong leadership, organisation, and communication skillsProficiency in using online learning journals and digital communication toolsA warm, professional, and proactive attitudeStrong safeguarding awareness and commitment to childrens welfareAbility to work flexibly, including occasional additional hours for meetings and eventsWhats on Offer:A leadership role in a well-established, friendly nursery settingOpportunities for ongoing training and developmentSupportive senior leadership and a collaborative working cultureCompetitive salary and benefitsCentral Windsor location with great transport linksIf you're a passionate childcare professional ready to step into a leadership role, we want to hear from you! Apply today through KiddyKare to join a nursery where children and staff thrive together.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-09-09