Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)

A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education

Location: Quinton House School

Job Title: Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)

Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: Up to £26,600 per Annum (Includes Management Allowance)

Start Date: October 2026

About The School - Quinton House

At Quinton House, we are more than just a school; we are a nurturing community dedicated to shaping the future of our children. As a co-educational independent school for ages 2-18, we focus on character development and preparing every child for the world that awaits them. For over 80 years, we have inspired curious, resilient, and flexible young minds.

Our ethos revolves around understanding our students, their interests, and their needs, ensuring they receive the support and encouragement necessary to shine.

About The Role

Are you ready to make a difference? We are looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our nursery provision. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and daily operations of our nursery, creating a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 2-4 years. You will ensure that our practices align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework while embodying our school’s values.

What You Will Be Doing

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the nursery team, fostering a positive and professional working environment.
• Oversee daily operations, including staffing, rotas, and ratios.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding requirements, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum aligned with EYFS principles.
• Monitor children's development through planning, assessment, and progress tracking.
• Promote inclusive practices and support children with additional needs.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and safeguarding.
• Manage nursery resources, equipment, and budget effectively.
• Build strong relationships with parents and provide regular updates on children's progress.
• Lead parent meetings, reports, and nursery events.
• Support transitions into Reception and collaborate with wider school staff.
• Contribute to inspections, school initiatives, and the wider life of the school.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum).
• Level 5 or 6 qualification (desirable).
• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Safeguarding training (DSL training desirable).

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with parents, staff, and external partners.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child welfare practices.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and support both staff and children.

Experience:

• Significant experience working within an early years setting.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and Ofsted expectations.
• Experience in a school-based or independent nursery setting (desirable).

Why Join Quinton House School?

• A welcoming, supportive culture where both staff and students are valued as individuals.
• Small class sizes that foster meaningful connections and impactful teaching.
• Beautiful surroundings paired with modern resources.
• Strong academic outcomes and ambitious further-education pathways.
• A broad co-curricular programme designed to inspire and extend learning.
• A collaborative staff body that values creativity, innovation, and shared success.

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Please submit your application form and supporting statement via our recruitment portal.

We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

At Outcomes First Group, we are committed to a fair and thorough recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we strive to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or associated costs incurred due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.