Nursery Manager

Lead Our Future: Nursery Manager Opportunity

 

Location: 4 Chads Road, Tilbury RM18 8LA

Contract: Full-Time

Salary: Highly Competitive, commensurate with experience

Application Deadline: [01/02/2026]

 

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Are you an inspirational Early Years Leader ready to steer a setting defined by kindness, excellence, and community?

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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our passionate team and uphold our commitment to outstanding early childhood education at Helping Hands Day Nursery. If you thrive on nurturing both children and staff, we invite you to join us in shaping the best possible start for every child.

 

About Helping Hands Day Nursery 

We are more than just a nursery; we are a nurturing community where curiosity and joy lead the learning journey. Our ethos is built on strong family partnerships and a commitment to creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. We invest heavily in our staff, ensuring a culture where your voice is heard and your wellbeing is prioritised.

 

Your Leadership Role: What You Will Achieve

As the Manager, you are the cornerstone of our setting. Your focus will be on operational excellence and visionary team leadership in the following ways:

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• Inspirational Leadership: Guide, mentor, and motivate our team of practitioners through effective training and reflective practice.

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• Quality Assurance: Drive the highest standards of safeguarding, compliance, and educational provision (EYFS).

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• Operational Management: Oversee all daily functions, including rotas, resource allocation, and maintaining impeccable administrative records.

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• Community Building: Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with parents, external partners, and local authorities.

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What You Will Bring

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A relevant Level 4 Qualification (or higher) in Early Years Education.

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• Significant, proven leadership and management experience within an Early Years setting.

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• Expert knowledge of Safeguarding, SEND protocols, and the statutory EYFS framework.

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• Exceptional interpersonal skills, characterized by warmth, clarity, and strong professional boundaries.

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• A genuine passion for supporting staff wellbeing and professional growth.

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Why Join Our Team?

We understand that you perform your best when you feel supported. We offer:

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• A Culture of Care: A truly supportive, inclusive environment where staff wellbeing is integral to our success.

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• Professional Growth: Structured opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.

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• Competitive Rewards: A generous salary package, pension scheme, and holiday allowance.

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• Impact: A direct opportunity to influence the pedagogy and future direction of a thriving setting.​