Little lives today, big adventures tomorrow.

Are you a qualified Daycare Manager ready to make a meaningful impact?

Join our exceptional team at The Nest Daycare at Portway, where you'll provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 1-4 years, in line with the EYFS framework. You'll help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. As an active member of our Daycare team, you'll deliver outstanding service to families while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our thriving Daycare.

What we are looking for

Qualified and Knowledgeable Leader: Holds a Level 5 Early Years Leadership qualification, demonstrating expertise in EYFS, safeguarding, and health and safety, and able to lead best practice across the setting.
Inclusive and Nurturing Leader: Leads a culture of inclusion, promotes equality, and builds positive, supportive relationships with children, families, and staff.
Collaborative and Skilled Leader: Leads and motivates the team, communicates effectively, models teamwork, and ensures accurate record-keeping and high-quality practice.
Organised and Reflective Leader: Leads planning, monitoring, and evaluation processes to maintain compliance, improve outcomes, and drive continuous improvement.
Professional and Committed Leader: Leads by example with reliability, adaptability, and dedication to professional development and the ongoing growth of the setting

What we Offer

Competitive Pay and Progression: Attractive salary with clear opportunities for career growth.
Supportive and Innovative Setting: Work in a nurturing, forward-thinking environment with access to excellent facilities.
Collaborative Team: Benefit from the guidance of qualified teachers and experienced Early Years practitioners.
Professional Development: Fully funded training, paid development time, and real progression opportunities.
Positive Culture: Enjoy termly team socials and continuous investment in your wellbeing and success.

Visits are strongly recommended. When you visit the Daycare, you will see first-hand our excellent facilities and feel how welcoming The Nest is.

Further information about our school can be found on our website - thenest.nclservices.net

We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews before the closing date for strong candidates.

Applicants must be currently residing in the UK and able to demonstrate the right to live and work in the UK.

This is a full-time, all-year-round position in a private Daycare based on the same site as Portway Primary School.

To Apply:

Download the application form and email your completed application to info@thenest.nclservices.net.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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The Nest - Daycare Manager