Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager

Location: Penrith
Contract: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum

Lead a Nursery. Shape Young Lives. Build Something Special.

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Nursery Manager to take leadership of a newly refurbished setting in Penrith. This Nursery Manager role offers the chance to join a well-established and highly regarded nursery group known for its supportive culture, strong values, and commitment to high-quality early years education.

If you are a confident and motivated Nursery Manager with a passion for early childhood development, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

About the role

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for leading the setting and ensuring the highest standards of care and education. In this Nursery Manager position, your duties will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery as Nursery Manager
• Leading, supporting, and developing a dedicated team of early years staff
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, care, and learning
• Acting as Nursery Manager to build strong relationships with families and the local community
• Driving occupancy, performance, and continuous improvement across the nursery
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and framework requirements

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this Nursery Manager role, you will have:

• Experience as a Nursery Manager or strong Deputy Nursery Manager ready to progress
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Proven leadership experience within a nursery or early years setting
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding, EYFS, and Ofsted requirements
• A proactive and inspiring approach as a Nursery Manager

What’s on offer

• Up to £36,000 salary for this Nursery Manager position
• Newly refurbished, modern nursery environment
• Convenient location with good transport links
• Generous childcare discount (T&Cs apply)
• Supportive and people-focused organisation

Additional benefits

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks
• High-quality training and development opportunities for Nursery Managers
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Wellbeing support, staff rewards, and regular team events
• Long service awards
• Birthday day off
• Pension scheme and enhanced holiday allowance
• Central support team available to assist Nursery Managers
• Bonus scheme linked to Nursery Manager performance and impact

Why join this organisation as a Nursery Manager?

• Recognised as a Great Place to Work 2025/26
• Ranked among the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women
• Award-winning nursery group with strong national reputation
• Strong commitment to Nursery Manager development, wellbeing, and progression

Important information

Please note: this Nursery Manager role does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Apply now

If you are ready to step into or continue your journey as a Nursery Manager in a thriving setting, we would love to hear from you. This Nursery Manager opportunity is perfect for someone looking to lead, inspire, and make a real difference.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

To apply, please send your CV to Clarus Education. Shortlisted Nursery Manager applicants will be contacted within 48 hours.

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