Nursery Manager

Grandir UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Bristol is seeking a Nursery Manager to ensure effective daily operations and high standards of childcare. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills. Join a recognized 'Great Place To Work' and enjoy a range of attractive benefits, including generous leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Cash bonus for referrals

24/7 remote GP appointments

Access to discounts on online stores

Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Qualified Nursery Manager with Level 3 or above in Early Years.
• Experience in childcare and nursery management.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Ensure children receive stimulating experiences appropriate to their age.
• Responsible for maintaining children’s records and ordering equipment.
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement recommendations.
• Ensure nursery compliance with regulations.
• Recruit, induct, and appraise all staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Child development knowledge

First aid training

Education

Level 3 in Early Years

Job description

Posted Tuesday 25 November 2025 at 06:00

One shiny wet nose, two big furry ears, two big goggly eyes! If you know what this is or the rest of the story you are the person we are looking for…

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Bristol, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a reliable Nursery Manager with Level 3 or above in Early Years to provide professional leadership and ensure that the nursery runs effectively each day.

Join us and enjoy a host of attractive benefits including:

• Recommend friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 33 days annual leave inc bank hol (FTE) – Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received ‘Great Place To Work’ certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What will you be doing:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Responsible for all administrative duties associated with the nursery, such as maintaining children’s records, ordering equipment, maintaining inventories, and keeping personnel records
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations
• Be responsible for ensuring the nursery remains compliant in respect of suitably trained staff with relevant first aid qualifications
• Agree and deliver occupancy targets
• Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.