Nursery Manager

Job Description:

Nursery Manager – Leicester

Are you a confident and inspiring Nursery Manager looking for a new challenge leading a busy and supportive early years setting?

Winner Education are seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to oversee a thriving nursery in Leicester, ensuring children receive exceptional care and early years education. You’ll lead your team, maintain high standards, and create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and support nursery staff to deliver excellent care

• Ensure full EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding compliance

• Manage nursery budgets, occupancy, and resources effectively

• Build positive relationships with parents, staff, and the local community

• Support staff development and professional growth

• Drive continuous improvement across the nursery setting

• Maintain a safe, calm, and well-organised environment for all children

Requirements:

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ)

• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Proactive and commercially minded approach

• Passion for early years education and child development

Why Winner Education?

• PAYE payroll – no umbrella companies

• Flexible, local work to suit your availability

• Free CPD training and ongoing support, including safeguarding, Prevent, and first aid

• Dedicated consultant with years of experience supporting school staff

• Opportunities for career development and progression

All candidates must have two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check (or be willing to apply for one).

Winner Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references, including one from their most recent employer.