Nursery Manager - Kids Planet Sherwood

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a Nursery Manager for its Nottingham location. The role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality childcare, and adhering to safeguarding protocols. With various benefits such as free meals and accredited training, this management position suits motivated and organized individuals looking to advance their career in early years education.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training with the KP Academy

Enhanced leave policies

Regular staff rewards

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Experience in senior leadership roles in nurseries.
• Ability to fulfill safeguarding training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a supportive team and manage nursery operations.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding practices.
• Prepare and implement educational programs.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Enthusiasm

Creativity

Education

Level 3 in UK-recognized early years qualification

GCSE in Maths or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday 17 July 2025 at 00:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family-run group of nurseries providing high-quality nursery care across the UK.

We are currently looking for a Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Sherwood.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

While all our settings are different, they share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get involved. From a princess one day to an astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

We are seeking a dedicated individual who is looking for an opportunity to lead a supportive team—a natural leader who is highly motivated, organized, enthusiastic, and creative.

Why become a Nursery Manager with Kids Planet Sherwood?

We are proud to have achieved the Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025 and to have been crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

What’s in it for you?

• Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks including fresh fruit
• Accredited training with the KP Academy
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave
• Regular staff rewards
• Long service awards
• Dedicated wellbeing package
• Highly discounted childcare
• A day off for your birthday

A Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Sherwood gets:

• Pension plan
• Annual leave including bank holidays
• Monday to Friday schedule

What a Nursery Manager needs:

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK-recognized early years qualification
• Excellent understanding of EYFS
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding
• Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting
• It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths, or be willing to achieve this within 2 years of starting the position

Like the sound of joining our family? Apply today to be a Nursery Manager with Kids Planet Sherwood!

We are unable to offer any visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish!

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.