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Posted on: 3 Aug 2026
Location: Kirkham
Start Date: September
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work 4 days
Shifts: Alternating early and late shift pattern
Holiday Allowance: 28 days per year
Setting: Nursery / Early Years
Spencer Clarke Group are working with a well-established nursery in Kirkham who are looking to appoint an experienced Nursery Manager to join their team from September.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable Early Years professional who is ready to lead a nursery setting, support staff development and ensure children receive the highest standard of care, learning and development.
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a Nursery Manager or senior leadership role within an Early Years setting. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards across safeguarding, compliance, staff management, parent communication and the delivery of the EYFS.
This is a 40-hour-per-week role, working Monday to Friday, with flexibility for the successful candidate to work across 4 days where required.
The role follows an alternating shift pattern:
One week early shift: 7:30am to 4:30pm
One week late shift: 8:00am to 6:00pm
The position includes 28 days of holiday allowance per year. The nursery also closes for one week over the Christmas period.
As Nursery Manager, you will take responsibility for leading the nursery team and ensuring the setting runs smoothly, safely and effectively.
You will be responsible for:
Leading and managing the nursery team on a day-to-day basis
Ensuring high standards of care, education and safeguarding
Overseeing planning, routines and the delivery of the EYFS
Supporting staff performance, development and wellbeing
Building positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals
Maintaining compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
Creating a warm, safe and engaging environment for children to learn and thrive
We are looking for an experienced Nursery Manager who is:
Confident leading an Early Years team
Knowledgeable about the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
Organised, proactive and professional
Able to motivate, support and develop staff
Strong in communication with families and colleagues
Committed to maintaining high standards across the setting
Experienced in managing nursery operations, compliance and daily routines
A relevant Early Years qualification is required, along with previous management experience within a nursery or Early Years setting.
This is a fantastic September start opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager looking to join a supportive nursery setting in Kirkham.
The role offers a stable 40-hour working week, an alternating shift pattern, 28 days' holiday allowance and the benefit of a nursery closure over the Christmas period.
You will receive support from Spencer Clarke Group throughout the application process, with clear communication and guidance at every stage.
Apply now for this Nursery Manager role in Kirkham starting in September, or contact Spencer Clarke Group for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
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