Elizabeth Saunders Nursery School

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?? Hutton, Preston
?? Full-time | 40 hours per week (45 days)

At Elizabeth Saunders Nursery School, we are proud to be a family-run group of small place nurserieswhere children and staff are fully supported.

We believe in a home-from-home environment, where practitioners are hands on and interacting with the children. Our approach focuses on in-the-moment learning, allowing children to develop at their own pace while building confidence and independence.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our setting and continue delivering high-quality early years care and education.

This is a hands-on leadership role, where you will be actively involved in the day-to-day running of the nursery, supporting staff, engaging with children, and building strong relationships with families.

• Lead and inspire a small team to deliver outstanding childcare
• Ensure full compliance with the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery
• Maintain high standards of care, learning, and development
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Manage staff performance, development, and wellbeing
• Support occupancy growth and maintain strong relationships within the local community
• Prepare for and lead on Ofsted inspections

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (minimum)
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures
• Confident leadership and team management skills
• Passion for creating a nurturing, child-focused environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• A supportive family-run environment where you are valued, not just a number
• Opportunity to shape and grow your own nursery
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A close-knit team with a positive working culture
• Referral bonus scheme. xbpsjku

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a nursery within a growing group that prioritises quality over scale.

If you are passionate about early years and want to lead a setting where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.