Nursery Manager
Furzeham Primary School, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8BL60 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September / October 2026
Closing date
30 August 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- Pay Group 5 £28,289 - £33,539 (£33,899 - £40,190 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Come and join our supportive nursery provision
We are seeking to appoint an experienced EYFS Leader to manage our Nursery at Furzeham Primary & Nursery School
As the Nursery Manager you will play a crucial role in promoting high standards within our nursery and supporting staff in their daily duties, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day management, staffing, organisation and smooth running of the nursery, ensuring that the best possible environment and care is provided for the pupils.
We are looking for an experienced and innovative practitioner to lead our nursery for children from 3 to 4 years old.We are a forward looking nursery organisation who work alongside The Thinking School Academy to Transforming Life Chances for our children. As Nursery Manager you will have a strong understanding of child development for these ages and will lead with passion and dedication to ensure all our children grow educationally and thrive socially and emotionally. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader who will work alongside staff to ensure we give the highest level of care and support to our children.
What you will need to succeed:
- A minimum of at least 2 years’ experience working in a nursery/preschool, ideally as a room leader or manager.
- Excellent knowledge of the Early Years curriculum and proven track record of planning, tracking and monitoring children’s learning and developmental milestones.
- Experience of line management, rotas and managing budgets effectively.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Child Care and Education or equivalent.
- Paediatric First Aid.
- Nurturing nature with a passion to make a difference in young children’s’ care and education.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to be able to relate to a wide range of people including children, staff, parents and external professionals.
We would love to hear from you if you are enthusiastic about working with children, have excellent communication skills, and are committed to providing high-quality care.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Furzeham Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 248 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Furzeham Primary School website
- Email address
- tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
At Furzeham Primary and Nursery School we provide an inclusive secure, nurturing, high quality learning environment which inspires our children to develop life- long learning skills and enables them to achieve the best future outcomes. Our expectations are high; offering excellent quality first teaching and an enriched broad curriculum which engages and excites children to drive their own learning with increasing independence. Furzeham Primary is a happy, inclusive and successful school. We have wonderful, caring children, dedicated staff and strong partnerships with our parents and the broader community. We believe in developing pupils with the skills to be great learners through a broad, balanced and creative curriculum.
Arranging a visit to Furzeham Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.
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