Nursery Manager
Hawthorns Primary School, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 3EZ10 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
16 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
6 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £28,153 - £29,542
Actual salary
- £23,713
Pay scale
- NJC Grade 6, SCP 9 - 12
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to join our friendly team and help create a welcoming, safe and stimulating nursery/pre school environment, tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of child development from birth to five, safeguarding and welfare requirements, assessment and planning, and strategies to support communication and language development. They will be committed to inclusive practice, including supporting children with SEND, and will have the skills to lead high-quality early years provision while building strong partnerships with families and other professionals.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced early years leader who can inspire and motivate a team, drive continuous improvement and maintain high expectations for all children. You will be organised, proactive and reflective, with a commitment to ensuring every child feels safe, valued and successful.
Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. Please make reference to the Job Description and Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you are interested in applying and would like to visit the school, please contact the school office on Tel: 01903 268174, to arrange a suitable time to visit.
Application forms should be sent to recruitment@schoolsworks.org
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer you:-
• A supportive and collaborative environment in which to grow as a leader, with access to high-quality professional development and opportunities for career progression
• The opportunity to lead and further develop our nursery provision, helping to shape the very best experiences and outcomes for young children.
• Collaborative working across all 10 schools within the Schoolsworks Academy Trust, enabling the sharing of expertise, resources and best practice.
• A welcoming and dedicated staff team committed to inclusion, continuous improvement and achieving the best for every child.
• Employee benefits including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, staff wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and a range of staff retail discounts.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Hawthorns Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 173 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- debbie.levick@schoolsworks.org
- Phone number
- 01903 946842
Hawthorns Primary school opened in 1977, originally as a First School for children aged 5 -8. In 2015, the school expanded to become a one-form entry primary school and in February 2024, Hawthorns became the 9th school to join Schoolsworks Academy Trust. The school also has its own nursery for children aged 2 -5. This provision feeds into the school and supports excellent transition and early learning experiences. This small one-form entry primary school lies in beautiful grounds where nature is abundant and so there are plenty of opportunities for children to take their learning outdoors and we actively encourage this. We are fortunate to have our own enclosed pond area and forest school site as well as a small field and separate playgrounds.
Arranging a visit to Hawthorns Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email debbie.levick@schoolsworks.org.
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