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JEM Childcare Solutions

JEM Childcare Solutions

Nursery Manager

Portsmouth, GBOn-sitePermanentFull-time

Posted Oct 21, 2026

About our Clients

Based in Portsmouth, our clients are now seeking an experienced Nursery Manager for their busy setting in central Portsmouth.  On great transport links, working a 40 hour week salary is c£41k with a joining bonus, together with other great benefits.  Great opportunities with this growing provider.

Requirements

What are Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Manager Role

Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)

Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role

Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections

Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices

Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets

Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate

Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes

Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery

Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements

Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards

Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Apply today to lead a nursery as the Nursery Manager and make a real difference in children’s early years!

Benefits

Nursery Manager Benefits and Perks

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life commitments

Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done

Role snapshot

Job type

Full-time

Required skills

Early Years Education and ChildcareEYFS KnowledgeSafeguarding PracticesHealth and Safety ComplianceOfsted Inspection Preparation and SupportNursery Team LeadershipNursery Operations ManagementOccupancy ManagementBudget ManagementStatutory ComplianceQuality Care and Learning DeliveryContinuous ImprovementRelationship Building with Children, Families, and Staff

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