Nursery Manager

Posted 10 October 2025
Salary £20.00 - £20.20 per hour
LocationSleaford
Job type Permanent
Discipline Early Years
Referencenmcl_1760109182

Job description

Nursery Manager needed in Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

Pay: £20.20 per hour - 40 hours per week

The Opportunity
We are working to recruit a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager for a busy, high-capacity setting located in Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-established nursery. The successful candidate will oversee the full operation of the setting, including team management, safeguarding, curriculum delivery, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring exceptional care and education in line with EYFS
  • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and uphold a strong safeguarding culture
  • Manage and support a team of early years professionals, including recruitment, rotas, supervisions and appraisals
  • Oversee curriculum planning and tracking of children's development
  • Foster a culture of inclusion, reflection, and professional development

About you as the Nursery Manager

  • Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy in a busy setting
  • Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding legislation and Ofsted expectations
  • A confident, supportive leader with the ability to build and develop strong teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Committed to delivering inclusive, high-quality early years practice

What's on Offer in Sleaford

  • Competitive pay: £20.20 per hour, based on a 40-hour week
  • Time off during the Christmas period
  • Subsidised childcare for staff
  • Uniform provided
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities for career progression within a supportive leadership structure

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply now or call 01189485555.

Neave Winterbourne