Nursery Manager

Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our Early Years team. Dair House is a thriving School and Nursery where children flourish in a happy, nurturing environment. Our Nursery provides a stimulating and secure setting for children aged 2-4 years to explore, play and learn with confidence.

Detail

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our Early Years team.

Dair House is a thriving School and Nursery where children flourish in a happy, nurturing environment. Our Nursery provides a stimulating and secure setting for children aged 2-4 years to explore, play and learn with confidence.

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Term Time (including INSET days) plus 3 weeks initially

The role may become a 52-week position in the future, depending on the needs of the school.

The Role

The Nursery Manager will lead the day-to-day running of the Nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children in line with the EYFS framework and the school's values.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead, support and develop the Nursery team.
2. Manage daily operations, including staffing, rotas and ratios.
3. Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety requirements.
4. Deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum.
5. Monitor children's development, assessments and progress.
6. Build strong relationships with parents and provide regular communication.
7. Manage resources and budgets effectively.
8. Support children's transition into Reception.
9. Contribute to inspections, school initiatives and the wider life of the school.
10. Report to the Head of Early Years.

What We're Looking For

Essential

1. Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
2. Significant experience in an Early Years setting.
3. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and inspection requirements.
4. Paediatric First Aid qualification.
5. Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
6. A nurturing, child-centred approach and passion for supporting children's development.

Desirable

1. Level 5 or 6 Early Years qualification.
2. DSL qualification.
3. Experience leading and developing an Early Years team.
4. Previous Nursery Manager experience.

1. Safeguarding Statement:

Dair House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment.

All appointments are procedures, including references, an enhanced DBS check, and online searches for shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Please submit your application form (available on the Dair House School website) and supporting statement to:

Carolyn Andrews

candrews@dairhouse.school

Closing Date: Friday 13 November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 23 November 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high volume of suitable applications be received.