Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)

Lead the past. Influence the future. Location: Quinton House School Job Title: Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: Up to £26,600 per Annum (Includes Management Allowance) Start Date: October 2026 About The School - Quinton House Quinton House is a co-educational independent school for ages 2–18. At Quinton we believe in preparing every child for the world that awaits them. We do this by focusing on the timeless fundamentals of character development. For over 80 years we’ve poured our efforts and expertise into shaping curious, inspired, flexible and resilient young people. Our ethos is to focus on understanding our students, their interests and their needs to make sure that they have the support and encouragement required to help them shine. About The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to inspire our children. The Nursery Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and day-to-day running of the school’s nursery provision. The role ensures a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children aged 2–4 years can learn and develop in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, while supporting the school’s ethos and values. What you will be doing Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the nursery team, fostering a positive and professional working environment Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, including staffing, rotas, and ratios Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum aligned with EYFS principles Monitor children’s development, including planning, assessment, and progress tracking Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and safeguarding at all times Manage nursery resources, equipment, and budget effectively Build strong relationships with par