Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

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Location: Cullompton, Devon (EX15)
Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Are you an experienced Nursery Manager—or an accomplished Deputy Manager ready to take the next step?
We are recruiting for an exceptional Nursery Manager to lead a beautiful early years setting near Cullompton. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and commercially capable leader who can maintain outstanding standards of care while developing a happy, motivated and successful team.
You will take overall responsibility for the nursery's day-to-day operation, ensuring children receive a safe, nurturing and stimulating early years experience.
Key responsibilities
Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team
Maintain consistently high standards of childcare and education
Ensure the setting remains fully compliant with the EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding requirements
Support staff through effective supervision, coaching and performance management
Build positive relationships with children, parents and the wider community
Manage staffing levels, rotas, occupancy and nursery budgets
Drive enquiries, registrations and occupancy
Oversee safer recruitment, induction and ongoing staff development
Create an inclusive environment in which children and colleagues can thrive
Work closely with senior leadership to support the nursery's continued growth
About you
To be considered, you should have:
A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Recent management experience within a nursery or early years setting
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Experience leading, developing and retaining an early years team
A confident understanding of nursery operations, occupancy and financial performance
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine commitment to providing outstanding outcomes for children
The ability to balance high-quality childcare with effective commercial leadership
Benefits
Salary of up to £53,000, depending on experience
Free on-site parking
Employee discount scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including access to Bupa counselling
Attractive village and countryside location
Staff room stocked with food and snacks
Support from an established senior leadership team
Genuine scope to shape and develop the setting
This position would suit an experienced Nursery Manager, Nursery General Manager, Early Years Manager or a high-performing Deputy Nursery Manager ready for greater responsibility.
Applications are being reviewed immediately. xehkeey For a confidential discussion, apply today or contact Mike Price at Odin Recruitment Group Childcare.