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Cherry Tree Primary School and Nursery has an exciting internal opportunity for a Nursery Manager to join the team from November 2026.
The hours are from 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3.30pm on Friday (including a 30 minute break), 37 hours per week during term time, plus INSET days (39 weeks per year).
*Working a 4x day week will also be considered.
Salary Scale 7, Point 19 (Range 19-24) Actual starting salary £29,038 per annum (including paid annual leave, which must be taken during school closure periods).
Applications close: Monday 10th November 2026. Interview date: Friday 13th November 2026
School
Cherry Tree Primary School is one of 11 schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.
We are seeking to appoint a hardworking, knowledgeable Nursery Manager to lead, support and develop the Nursery team.
We are looking for a person who:
· has previous experience working within nursery settings
· has strong leadership and communication skills
· shares our commitment to achievement and high standards of behaviour in a safe, happy and respectful environment
· has a passion to achieve high levels of attainment for all children in an inclusive way
· is enthusiastic, hardworking, creative and works well as part of a team
· has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice
We can offer you:
· a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
· a commitment to continued professional development
· access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and families
· enrolment in to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which is one of the largest defined benefit pension schemes in the UK
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression
Application
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
Cherry Tree Primary School and Nursery is one of the eleven schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.