Current Vacancies
Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
37 hours per week 52 weeks per year
Employed by Hampshire County Council
Grade E/F - £32,149- £45,077 (salary depending on experience)
A minimum of 5 years Nursery experience and a Level 3 childcare qualification is essential for this role. Level 4 childcare qualification or above is desirable, however further training would be offered for the right candidate. At least one year’s Nursery management experience is required for this position. Proven experience of managing staff, excellent knowledge of child development and early years foundation stage is essential for this role.
We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership skills who will build on the great foundation already in place and drive the Nursery forward. Candidates must have great communication skills, reliability and able to work using their own initiative, further personal specifications can be found in the job description.
Miss Polly’s is a thriving 67 place Nursery for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We have 3 rooms, a baby room, toddler room , and a preschool room as well as a large garden. The Nursery manager would be responsible for 26 members of part and full-time staff, supported in their role by 2 deputies/room coordinators and a room coordinator. The Nursery is based in the grounds of The Hurst Secondary School which it has strong links with. The Nursery Manager works alongside and receive support from the Headteacher, Business Manager, Communications Manager, and a team of site staff from the school.
Employees of The Hurst Nursery, known as Miss Pollys Nursery, benefit from free on-site parking, discounted childcare, and on-site gym. We also offer a pension scheme, sick pay, and generous annual leave.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will have to complete a DBS check.
Closing date for applications is 14th August 2026
Candidates are welcome to book a tour of the Nursery prior to interview.
Completed applications and any questions should be sent to:
We reserve the right to appoint before the date advertised if necessary.
Nursery Manager - Job Description
Deputy Nursery Manager / Room Co-ordinator
Deputy Nursery Manager / Room Co-ordinator
37 hours per week 52 weeks per year (employed by Hampshire County Council). Hours negotiable for the right candidate. Also suitable for job share.
Start date - September 2026
Grade D - £27,780
A minimum of 3 years Nursery experience and a Level 3 childcare qualification is essential for this role. Excellent knowledge of child development and early years foundation stage is essential for this role.
Previous Room Co-ordinator experience is preferable, but we will consider experienced nursery practitioners who are ready to take on the next new and exciting challenge in their career.
We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership skills who will build on the great foundation already in place and drive the Nursery forward. Candidates must have great communication skills, reliability and able to work using their own initiative, further personal specifications can be found in the job description.
Miss Polly’s is a thriving 67 place Nursery for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We have 3 rooms, a baby room, toddler room and a preschool room all with well-equipped gardens. The Nursery is based in the grounds of The Hurst Secondary School which it has strong links with.
Employees of The Hurst Nursery benefit from free on-site parking, discounted childcare, and on-site gym. We also offer a pension scheme, sick pay, and generous annual leave.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will have to complete a DBS check
Closing date for applications is 14th August 2026
For a full job description and application form please contact Jane Baird – Nursery Manager
Email – [email protected]
Deputy Nursery Manager - Job Description
Nursery Assistant - Part Time
Nursery Assistant – Part time
31.5 hours per week 52 weeks per year (employed by Hampshire County Council). Hours negotiable for the right candidate.
Start date - September 2026
Grade C - £25,186 FTE (salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)
Nursery experience is desirable for this role and we look for candidates with a positive attitude to team work, a good manner and a keen interest in child development. A level 3 NVQ in childcare qualification is essential.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will have to complete a DBS check
Closing date for applications is 14th August 2026
For a full job description and application form please contact Jane Baird – Nursery Manager
Email – [email protected]
Nursery Assistant - Part Time - Job DescriptionNursery Assistant - Part Time - Application FormNursery Assistant - Part Time - Equalities Form
