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Nursery Manager

Job Posted: 11 hours ago

Salary: £ 37,000 - 38,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: SK1, Stockport, Greater Manchester

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Early Years Opportunity
A rare chance to help shape a brand-new early years setting in Stockport!

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager or someone with suitable experience looking for your next career opportunity?
We're seeking a skilled and passionate individual to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our children.

As a Nursery Manager or Experienced Professional, you'll have the opportunity to lead a team, drive quality improvement, and create a nurturing environment that supports children's learning and development. If you're ready for your next career move and have a passion for early years education, we want to hear from you!

My client is preparing to open its doors in early 2026, and we’re looking for a confident, inspiring leader to help bring our vision to life. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something special - building a nurturing, inclusive, and community-rooted environment where children aged 0–5 can grow, belong, and feel at home.

What You’ll Do

  * Champion safeguarding and wellbeing for every child

  * Lead by example, ensuring full compliance with the EYFS Framework and all relevant legislation, while demonstrating a strong understanding of best practice

  * Lead and inspire a team of early years professionals

  * Ensure high standards of care, learning, safety and hygiene

  * Manage day-to-day operations including occupancy, staffing and administration

  * Build strong relationships with families and the local community

  * Help shape the nursery’s identity, ethos, and future ambitions

What We’re Looking For

  * A qualified and experienced early years leader (Level 5 or above)

  * A confident manager with a passion for child development and inclusive practice

  * Someone who is excited to be involved in a new Early Years Setting and will be integral in building something from the ground up and shaping a shared vision with Co-Founders.

  * An effective communicator who values teamwork, creativity, and community

Why Join?

  * Be part of a brand-new nursery with a fresh, inclusive vision

  * Enhanced Annual Leave package of 33 days (inc. Bank Holidays)

  * We commit to investing in you including Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Qualifications - as we grow, you grow!

  * Unique opportunity to help shape the setting, team, and culture from day one

  * Work in a beautifully designed space with a strong focus on wellbeing

  * Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

  * Staff Benefits & Recognition Scheme

Location: Stockport, – easily accessible by public transport and close to the town centre
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Salary: c. £38,000, based on experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  * Employee discount

  * Free parking

  * Health & wellbeing programme

  * Transport links

Work Location: In person

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