Nursery Manager

Hawthorns Primary School · Worthing, South East

Nursery Manager at Hawthorns Primary School, based in Worthing, South East. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Worthing, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
22 hours ago
Closes
16 Oct 2026
Sector
Nursery Practitioner

Reference e2008a325d344c3fff3e44e6ee8152262b996491

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to join our friendly team and help create a welcoming, safe and stimulating nursery/pre school environment, tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of child development from birth to five, safeguarding and welfare requirements, assessment and planning, and strategies to support communication and language development. They will be committed to inclusive practice, including supporting children with SEND, and will have the skills to lead high-quality early years provision while building strong partnerships with families and other professionals.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced early years leader who can inspire and motivate a team, drive continuous improvement and maintain high expectations for all children. You will be organised, proactive and reflective, with a commitment to ensuring every child feels safe, valued and successful.

Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. Please make reference to the Job Description and Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you are interested in applying and would like to visit the school, please contact the school office on [phone removed], to arrange a suitable time to visit.

Application forms should be sent to [email removed]


Reference: e2008a325d344c3fff3e44e6ee8152262b996491 · Posted 22 hours ago · Closes 16 Oct 2026 · Listed via Hawthorns Primary School

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