Nursery Manager

Job details

Salary: Grade 12: (£28,500 - £32,000 FTE) depending on experience

Employer: St John’s Infants School, Glastonbury

Location: Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9DR

Contract type: Term time

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 22 April 2026 12:00 pm

About the job

Key information

Start date: Starting September 2026 or sooner

Grade 12: (£28,500 – £32,000 FTE) depending on experience

35 hours per week (Term time only)

Location: Glastonbury, Somerset

What will I be doing?

St. John’s C of E VC Infants’ School & Jumping Johns Nursery are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative, and committed Nursery Manager to lead and develop our nursery provision. This is a full-time role, including two days per week of dedicated administration time.

Our nursery in Glastonbury is an integral part of our school, providing a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. We believe in fostering a love for learning through play, allowing children to explore and discover at their own pace. Our facilities include a swimming pool as well as expansive grounds with a paddock area for outdoor adventures and nature-based learning experiences.

As part of our school community, the nursery lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning, supporting a smooth transition into the wider school environment. Every day, we encourage children to grow in confidence, curiosity, and creativity—truly embodying our school motto: “Let Your Light Shine.”

Provide strong leadership to ensure high-quality childcare and early years education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Ofsted requirements.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You will hold a Level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent) and have experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager, with excellent leadership and communication skills.

DBS check

DBS check required.

Supporting documents and information

Safeguarding

This setting is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, online checks, and all required suitability checks in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

Closing date: 12 midday, Wednesday 22 April 2026

Interview date: Friday 24 April 2026