N Family Club
Nursery Manager
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Nursery Manager
Department: Nursery Management Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire Reporting To: Martina Reidy Compensation: £40,581 - £61,818 / year
At N Family Club, we dreamt of reimagining early-years education. More than just a nursery group, we are the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. Passionate about creativity, a curriculum-led approach, and modern-world readiness for children.
We’re building a revolution—and you can be a part of it.
As a Nursery Manager at N Family, your role is to lead a team of passionate Educators, delivering incredible learning experiences, seamless customer service, and a thriving workplace culture. You’ll manage operations and compliance while championing The N Way—that hustle of ambition, innovation & love.
From sparking young minds to driving Wildly Important Goals (WIGs), you’ll shape the future of early-years education.
Key Responsibilities
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment ensuring everyone thrives as a team.
- Lead educators to deliver outstanding early-years education aligned with our N Pedagogy & Curriculum framework.
- Manage a team—recruit, develop, and nurture highly skilled Educators while fostering a brilliant workplace culture.
- Champion safeguarding & well-being, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.
- Ensure commercial success while maintaining standards of outstanding quality—budgets, performance, and Jennifer Aniston-worthy team morale.
- Oversight of health & safety, risk assessments, and EYFS compliance to keep the nursery running smoothly.
- Engage the local community and partners—representing N Family with pride while driving connections and growth.
- Keep innovation alive with continuous improvement—always aiming for outstandingly outstanding practice.
- Drive culture with positive ambassadorship, flexibility, enthusiasm, entrepreneurship, and love—because every day should be epic.
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Essential Requirements
- Two years of prior experience as a Nursery Manager (strictly required).
- Some experience in hiring, retaining, and training new team members.
- Knowledge of local authority, institutional and regulatory requirements—EYFS compliance, inspections, and safeguarding inspections across the UK.
- Skilled in deployment, performance management, budgeting, and reporting.
- Proven track record of consistent and exceptional customer service.
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above). Level 6 (degree) considered a HUGE plus!
- Current 12-hour Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certification, alongside First Aid at Work qualifications—with commitment to staying compliant.
- Completed safeguarding/child protection training, with a commitment to regular updates.
- A genuine passion for education and changing children’s lives.
- Ability to build strong parent partnerships—relationships matter!
- A leader who delivers results, embracing challenges and driving Wildly Important Goals (WIGs).
The N Advantage (Pant width!)
Bonus*ings
- Competitive salary: £40,581–£61,818.
- Performance Bonus: Up to 25% of base pay + £1,000.
Your Reward Package
At N, we believe in rewarding, developing, and celebrating—because your people are your biggest strengths.
- The N Franchise Partnership – shares & equity rewards featuring potential around-the-world trips & 2 extra bonus weeks at 5 and 10 years!
- Top-tier holiday allowance – 38 days, including a ‘Me’ day and Christmas break!
Growth & Training
- Development fund – annual £100 learning credit for certs, events, and professional growth.
- Paid N Academy training, including Level 3, Early Years Degree and Forest School qualifications.
- Leader mentorship through ILM-approved coaching (3x Leadership Academy programmes).
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Family-friendly
- Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years service.
- 40% discount on childcare fees + 6 emergency childcare days annually.
Rewards & Social perks
- Leadership events (annual get-together for all managers to connect, build culture, and thrive).
- Referral scheme: earn up to £1,000 for each successful hire.
- Discounts on groceries, fitness, oil, and more!
- Travel support—season ticket loans & cycle-to-work schemes.
And many more*amazing benefits** (we could list them all, but this job is going fast).
Why N Leamington Spa?
Opening in January 2027, our 168-place brand-new nursery in the heart of Leamington Spa is where their ideas come to life—providing the best start for young students.
Why Us?
At N Family Club, #WeReImagining early-years learning, making it innovative, creative, and fit for the future.
- Guaranteed pay to 100% (because growth success deserves support).
- One of UK’s fastest-growing nurseries chains (we’re innovative, tech & people first).
- Benefits that match ambition—top salary payband, global recognition & growth.
So if you’re confident in reshaping futures, skilling a star team, or just adore vibrant early-year impact, —apply today and ignite a career at the forefront of education.
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