Nursery Manager - #2188699

Full-Time (40 Hours per Week) | Bradford (BD2)

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a role where you'll feel supported, trusted, and genuinely valued?

We're recruiting for a Nursery Manager to join a wonderful family-run independent nursery in BD2. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a setting that has built a strong reputation within the local community for providing exceptional care, meaningful learning experiences, and a warm, welcoming environment for children and families.

This nursery has a real home-from-home feel. Families are known by name, children are nurtured as individuals, and staff are treated as an important part of the nursery's success. The owners are passionate about Early Years and have created a positive culture where teamwork, support, and high-quality childcare are at the heart of everything they do.

As Nursery Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, build strong relationships with families, and continue developing a setting that is already highly regarded within the local community. You'll be supported by approachable owners who value your experience, trust your judgement, and want you to succeed.

• Lead the day-to-day management of the nursery
• Inspire, support, and develop a passionate team of Early Years professionals
• Maintain outstanding standards of care, education, safeguarding, and wellbeing
• Ensure the nursery remains compliant with EYFS requirements and Ofsted regulations
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and training
• Oversee occupancy, quality assurance, and nursery performance
• Create a positive and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Previous Nursery Management experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework and Ofsted requirements
• Experience leading and developing nursery teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A passion for delivering high-quality childcare and education
• A warm, approachable, and professional leadership style
• A genuine commitment to supporting children, families, and staff

• Full-time permanent position (40 hours per week)
• Join a respected family-run independent nursery
• Friendly and supportive owners who are invested in their team
• Strong sense of community and excellent local reputation
• A welcoming and close-knit staff team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of the setting
• A rewarding leadership role where your ideas and experience will be valued
• A nursery that puts children's happiness, staff wellbeing, and family relationships first

If you're an experienced Nursery Manager looking for a role where you'll be supported to lead, encouraged to grow, and welcomed into a nursery that truly feels like a family, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Bree Heacock

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'