Nursery Manager

Job Title: Temporary Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)Location: West MidlandsHours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours)Contract: Temporary Maternity Cover (from Dec to FebPay: £120 - £130 per dayWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Temporary Nursery Manager to cover maternity leave from December. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operations of a busy nursery setting, ensuring it remains a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment for children aged 0 5 years. You will lead and support a team of staff, maintain full regulatory compliance, and build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community. About the RoleThis role requires a strong leader who can manage a team, deliver high-quality early years provision, and ensure the nursery meets all Ofsted, safeguarding, health and safety, and EYFS requirements. You will work closely with the CEO to maintain standards, manage resources effectively, and drive continuous improvement across the setting. Key ResponsibilitiesOversee daily nursery operations and ensure a safe, stimulating environmentLead, manage, and support nursery staff, including recruitment, training, and supervisionDevelop and implement EYFS-aligned educational programmesMaintain full compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding, and legislative requirementsBuild strong relationships with parents/carers, providing regular updatesManage budgets, resources, occupancy, and staffing levelsConduct assessments and monitor children s ..... full job details .....