Nursery Manager - Ware

Nursery Manager – Partou Ware Day Nursery Ware, Hertfordshire | Maternity Cover Salary £46,030 About The Role Partou Ware is seeking a dedicated and passionate nursery practitioner to take on the full time 40 hours per week role of Nursery Manager to ensure the smooth running of the setting. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will lead and inspire your team, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families. What We Offer Partou Academy – access to high-quality professional training and development 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members Enhanced maternity & paternity leave Pension scheme Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays! Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more! Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job About You Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification Maths GCSE Strong EYFS knowledge Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting Passion for early years education Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development Why Partou? Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future. Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975. Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.

Ensure the smooth running of the nursery setting while leading and inspiring the team. Oversee the delivery of stimulating activities in line with EYFS to support children's learning and development.

Requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, GCSE Maths, and proven experience leading a team in an early years setting. Candidates must have strong EYFS knowledge and a commitment to safeguarding.

• Professional Training And Development • 60% Childcare Discount • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave • Pension Scheme • Enhanced Annual Leave • Birthday Off • Health & Wellbeing Support • Shopping Discounts • Buddy Bonus

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• Team Leadership
• EYFS Knowledge
• Safeguarding
• Child Development
• Staff Management
• Partnership Building
• Early Years Education

• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level