Nursery Manager

Job Overview

Kids Play Bury St Edmunds is seeking a confident and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our well‑established nursery and continue building a positive, high‑quality environment for children, families and teams.

What We Offer

• Quarterly bonus scheme worth up to £3,000 per year*
• 75% childcare discount
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing group
• Supportive and approachable senior leadership team
• Employee wellbeing & assistance programme
• Refer a friend bonus up to £750
• Well‑resourced nursery with a positive team culture

*Terms and conditions apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day running of the nursery while maintaining high standards across the setting
• Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team
• Ensure EYFS and safeguarding compliance
• Build strong parent partnerships
• Drive occupancy and overall nursery performance
• Lead Ofsted preparation and inspections
• Support staff development and wellbeing
• Create a positive, professional team culture

Qualifications

Essential:

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification
• Previous Nursery Management experience
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
• Experience leading teams within Early Years
• Passion for delivering high‑quality childcare and education

Desirable:

• Level 5 qualification in Childcare, Leadership, or Management
• Experience achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Kids Play Bury St Edmunds is part of the Family First Group which is committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti‑discriminatory practice for all children and families as per their individual needs.

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