Your key responsibilitiesLead, embed and continuously elevate the quality of education through the N Curriculum and Pedagogy,
Take full ownership of SEND provision, leading identification, assessment and personalised support planning.
Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed.
Observe teaching practice regularly, coach in the moment and role model outstanding delivery.
Provide structured feedback, mentoring and 1:1 development to ensure continuous professional growth across the team.
Champion development through mentoring, coaching, supervision and use of the N Academy.
Support daily operational planning, including routines, learning environments, ratios and rotas to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality educational delivery throughout the day.
Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.
Our Education Managers should have...Previous experience in a nursery leadership position (ideally as a Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, or Nursery Manager).
Proven experience leading education within an EYFS setting, delivering Strong or Exceptional Standard.
Strong track record in raising teaching quality and coaching teams through improvement.
Ability to inspire, challenge and support teams through growth and change.
A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service.
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a commitment to remain compliant.
Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly.
A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children.
Able to communicate with parents, external professionals, colleagues, and children effectively.
The N Advantage packageCompetitive salary – £34,694 - £46,696 per annum
Performance bonus – Up to £1,750 annually.
Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.