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Joining N Family Club as Nursery Education Manager means leading a high performing EYFS team, driving the N Curriculum and Pedagogy, and stepping in as Manager in Charge when needed to ensure safe, high quality delivery and outstanding customer service. You’ll own SEND provision, coach through feedback, and raise teaching standards while cultivating a positive growth-minded culture. The role requires proven nursery leadership (Deputy or equivalent), Level 3 EY qualification, paediatric first aid, safeguarding training, and superb communication with parents. We offer £34,694 to £46,696 plus bonuses, generous holidays, a development fund, and 40% childcare discount. To apply, click the quick form and tailor your CV to highlight leadership and curriculum delivery.

Nursery Education Manager

Department: Nursery Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Chertsey, Surrey

Reporting To: Joshua Rochester

Compensation: £34,694 - £46,696 / year

Description

• Lead, embed and continuously elevate the quality of education through the N Curriculum and Pedagogy,
• Take full ownership of SEND provision, leading identification, assessment and personalised support planning.
• Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed.
• Observe teaching practice regularly, coach in the moment and role model outstanding delivery. 
• Provide structured feedback, mentoring and 1:1 development to ensure continuous professional growth across the team.
• Champion development through mentoring, coaching, supervision and use of the N Academy.
• Support daily operational planning, including routines, learning environments, ratios and rotas to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality educational delivery throughout the day.
• Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.

• Previous experience in a nursery leadership position (ideally as a Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, or Nursery Manager).
• Proven experience leading education within an EYFS setting, delivering Strong or Exceptional Standard.
• Strong track record in raising teaching quality and coaching teams through improvement.
• Ability to inspire, challenge and support teams through growth and change.
• A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service.
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a commitment to remain compliant. 
• Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly.
• A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children.
• Able to communicate with parents, external professionals, colleagues, and children effectively.

• Competitive salary – £34,694 - £46,696 per annum
• Performance bonus – Up to £1,750 annually.
• Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
• Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
• No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom! 
• Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
• Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

• Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off! 
• N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes. 
• Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
• Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness. 
• And much, much more!

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