Nursery Manager

Company Description Tiny Stars Day Nursery Edgeley Ltd is a warm, welcoming, and inclusive childcare setting that provides high-quality care and early years education for children from birth to preschool age. The nursery offers a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to learn through play and exploration. Children are supported to feel valued and confident, developing independence and essential skills for their future. An experienced and dedicated team works closely with families to build strong partnerships and ensure each child’s needs are met. The nursery is committed to promoting positive outcomes and a love of learning for every child.Role Description The Nursery Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Stockport, responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Tiny Stars Day Nursery Edgeley Ltd. This includes overseeing nursery staff, managing room planning and routines, and ensuring high standards of care and education throughout the setting. The role involves implementing and monitoring safeguarding and health and safety procedures, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and promoting a safe, inclusive environment. The Nursery Manager will support curriculum planning in line with early years frameworks, monitor children’s progress, and ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation. The role also includes building strong relationships with families, handling inquiries and admissions, managing budgets and resources, and supporting staff development through supervision, training, and performance reviews.Qualifications Candidates should possess strong nursery and nursery management skills, including experience overseeing daily operations and leading early years teams.Candidates should possess safeguarding and safeguarding children skills, with a thorough understanding of child protection procedures and regulatory requirements.Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, staff, and external agencies.Recognized childcare or early years qualification (e.g., Level 3 or above in Early Years Education/Childcare) and proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role in a nursery setting.Knowledge of early years curricula and frameworks, strong organizational and time-management abilities, and competence in basic IT and administrative tasks.Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team, promote inclusive practice, and respond calmly and professionally to challenges and changing priorities.