Nursery General Manager

Nursery General Manager

• Company: Twinkle Toes Nursery


• Location: Selby


• Job Type: Full\-time, Permanent


• Salary: £34,736 per annum


• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm

• Company car


• Work laptop


• On\-site parking


• Supportive and flexible ownership team


• Opportunity to shape and develop a brand\-new nursery


• Ongoing support and guidance from experienced Nursery Managers within the group

Twinkle Toes Nursery is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery General Manager to lead our brand\-new nursery in Selby. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and wants the freedom to build and shape a nursery environment with their own ideas, leadership style, and vision.

As Nursery General Manager, you will oversee the day\-to\-day running of the nursery, lead and support staff, ensure high standards of care and education, and create a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children, parents, and employees.

You will be supported by a flexible and experienced owner who operates other successful nurseries, alongside a network of Nursery Managers who can provide advice, mentoring, and operational support whenever needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the nursery


• Lead, motivate, and manage the nursery team


• Ensure the nursery complies with EYFS and Ofsted requirements


• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care, and education


• Support staff development, training, and performance management


• Manage occupancy, admissions, and nursery growth


• Create a positive, welcoming, and inclusive nursery culture


• Monitor health and safety procedures throughout the setting


• Plan staffing levels and manage rotas effectively


• Work closely with the owner and wider nursery group to support the successful launch and development of the nursery


• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.


• Oversee the planning and delivery of educational programmes that promote children's development and wellbeing.


• Manage day\-to\-day administrative tasks, including budgeting, staffing schedules, and resource allocation.


• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external stakeholders to promote positive engagement.


• Monitor health and safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for children and staff.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.


• Ensure that all activities adhere to legal requirements, health \& safety standards, and organisational policies.

Essential:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years


• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or senior leadership role within an early years setting


• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements


• Excellent leadership and communication skills


• Ability to manage and inspire a team


• Organised, proactive, and passionate about childcare

• Level 5 qualification in Leadership or Early Years


• Experience opening or developing a nursery setting


• First Aid and Safeguarding certifications


• Experience with nursery administration and occupancy management

• We are looking for someone who:


• Is passionate about delivering outstanding childcare


• Has a positive and approachable attitude


• Can confidently lead a team and make decisions


• Enjoys building new systems and processes


• Wants to make a real impact in a growing nursery group

• Proven supervising experience within a childcare or early years setting.


• Strong management skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.


• Excellent leadership qualities with the capacity to inspire confidence and foster teamwork.


• Organised with exceptional planning skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise confidently with staff, parents, and external agencies.


• Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to childcare provision in the UK.


• Ability to problem\-solve swiftly whilst maintaining a calm demeanour under pressure.


• Passionate about early childhood education with a commitment to delivering high\-quality care. This position offers an engaging environment where leadership skills are valued, and your expertise can make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while supporting organisational growth.

If you are an experienced childcare professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a new nursery with strong support behind you, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £34,736\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car


• On\-site parking

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