Nursery Manager

Full time | JEM Childcare Solutions | United Kingdom

Posted On 19/10/2026

Job Information

Job Level Nursery Manager

Early Years

City Hitchin,

Province Hertfordshire

Postal Code SG5

salary low £ 45,000.00

salary high £ 48,000.00

Job Description

About our Clients

Our client, in Hitchin, their well-established nursery setting, is seeking a very experienced Nursery Manager to lead and support the setting, ensuring high standards of care and education. Working a 40 hr week salary is c£45k plus, plus great benefits and future career progress with this growing provider.

Requirements

What are Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Manager Role

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
• Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery
• Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Nursery Manager Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare and family discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done