Education Manager

• Lead, 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.

• 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.

• Competitive salary – £32,843 - £42,266 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.

• Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off!
• N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes.
• Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
• Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
• And much, much more!

Key Responsibilities