Charles Hunter Associates

Interim Nursery Manager

Are you an experienced Manager looking for your next interim Nursery Manager opportunity? Are you passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and leading a dedicated nursery team?


Our client is a well-established nursery based in Marlow, set within a beautifully converted farmhouse.

The purpose-designed nursery provides a unique blend of character and charm, creating a warm and stimulating environment for children.


They are seeking an experienced Interim Nursery Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, providing strong leadership and ensuring consistently high standards of care, education and safeguarding.


Pay Rate



  • Up to £20.00 per hour PAYE Plus Holiday Pay

  • Up to £26.10 per hour Umbrella

  • 3 Month Interim contract

  • Immediate start available


Key Responsibilities



  • Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of the nursery.

  • Lead, support and develop a dedicated team of Early Years practitioners.

  • Ensure the nursery delivers high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.

  • Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory compliance.

  • Monitor and drive continuous improvement across all areas of nursery provision.

  • Build positive relationships with children, parents, staff and external professionals.

  • Support staff performance, development and effective team working.

  • Ensure children receive engaging, stimulating and age-appropriate learning experiences.

  • Maintain a positive culture focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for children.


To be considered, you will have:



  • Previous experience working as a Nursery Manager.

  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.

  • Demonstrable experience leading and managing an early years team.

  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

  • Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

  • The ability to confidently step into an interim management position and make an immediate impact.

  • Be able to commute to Marlow.


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Interim Nursery Manager to join a beautifully situated, purpose-designed nursery in Marlow and provide strong leadership during an interim period.




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