Nursery Manager – Middlesbrough

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Nursery Manager – Middlesbrough ????
???? Middlesbrough (Coulby Newham)
???? Start Date: September 2026
???? Competitive Salary – Dependent on Experience
Smile Education is proud to be working with a welcoming and highly regarded primary school in Middlesbrough to recruit an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to join their outstanding Foundation Stage team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated early years professional who is committed to providing the very best start in education for young children. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential.

✅ Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the day-to-day management of the nursery setting
• Support the development, mentoring, and recruitment of staff
• Promote inclusion and ensure every child feels valued and supported
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues
• Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality
• Support positive behaviour for learning and children's personal development
• Work collaboratively with the Foundation Stage team to deliver outstanding early years provision

✅ We are looking for someone who:
• Holds relevant Early Years qualifications
• Has experience working with young children, particularly within Early Years settings
• Demonstrates strong leadership and organisational skills
• Is passionate about child development and early education
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Can work flexibly within a busy and supportive team environment
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

???? Why work with Smile Education?
At Smile Education, we are dedicated to helping education professionals find rewarding roles where they can make a real difference. Our experienced consultants provide ongoing support, expert guidance, and access to fantastic opportunities across the region.
✔ Dedicated consultant support
✔ Access to exclusive education vacancies
✔ Long-term and permanent opportunities
✔ Straightforward registration process
✔ Trusted education recruitment specialists
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Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years leadership career!
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications