Nursery Manager

Employer Overview

N Family Club is the UK’s most innovative early‑years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK. We re‑imagine early years education through a curriculum‑led approach, fostering creativity and preparing children for the modern world. Join us to help shape the future of early education.

Department: Nursery Management
Location: Fleet, Hampshire
Compensation: £39,520 - £60,008 per year

• Lead and manage all aspects of nursery operations, including team deployment, rotas, budgets, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive the delivery of the play‑based N Curriculum, ensuring every child thrives.
• Develop and inspire the team through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
• Oversee smooth daily routines and an engaging, safe learning environment.
• Manage recruitment, inductions, and team retention.
• Monitor quality and implement continuous improvement plans.
• Report to senior leadership and contribute to wider organisational goals.

• Proven leadership experience within early years education, ideally a managerial role (minimum 2 years).
• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant).
• Paediatric First Aid certification (12 hours) and a commitment to maintain it.
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Genuine passion for early years education and team development.
• Ability to lead by example with positivity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Confidence in managing budgets, team, and operational procedures.

• Competitive salary – £39,520 - £60,008, based on experience.
• Performance bonus of up to 25% of base salary, plus £1,000 for Ofsted ‘Outstanding’.
• Flexible working – choose 4‑5 days a week for work‑life balance.
• Up to 35 days holiday – including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
• £100 annual learning fund
  , plus access to N Academy (Level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more).
• £100 clothing allowance for style freedom.
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more.
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

• 5‑year loyalty bonus – around‑the‑world trip + 2 bonus weeks off.
• 10‑year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off.
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more.
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.

The brand‑new 86‑place Nursery will open in 2026 in the heart of Fleet, Hampshire, making a significant impact on the local community.

At N Family Club, we support individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. We invest heavily in career progression, mentorship, and personal development, creating a workplace where educators thrive and children soar.

If you believe you have what it takes, please click ‘Apply’ and complete our quick one‑minute application form. For more information about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor page.

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