Nursery ManagerLocation: Leigh (Attached to a local Primary School)Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)Contract: Maternity Cover (Starting September)Salary: Paid to scale About the RoleTradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Nursery Manager to oversee a charming, small nursery attached to a thriving school community in Leigh. This is a full-time maternity cover position starting this September, offering desirable school-ready hours (08:30 - 15:30) that perfectly balance work and life.You will lead a small, close-knit team of early years practitioners, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and safeguarding are maintained. Because the nursery is attached to a school, you will benefit from strong community links, excellent shared resources, and a supportive senior leadership team.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day management and smooth running of the nursery.Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of early years staff.Ensure full compliance with EYFS framework, Ofsted regulations, and safeguarding policies.Maintain excellent relationships with parents, carers, and the attached school''s leadership.Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.What We Are Looking ForQualifications: A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Degree in Early Years or EYPS/EYITT is highly desirable).Experience: Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or strong Room Le