Nursery Manager

The School

Mowden Hall is a leading independent, co-educational boarding and day school for 200 children aged 2 to 13, nestled in the picturesque Northumberland countryside, just fifteen miles west of Newcastle. The Pre-Prep and Nursery are located on the same site and share excellent facilities with the Prep School, fostering a seamless learning environment. The Prep School embraces a strong boarding ethos, with a significant number of pupils choosing to board.

Set within 50 acres of stunning grounds with breathtaking views across the Tyne Valley, Mowden offers a rich and holistic educational experience. We believe that education extends beyond the classroom, as we encourage the development of skills, passions and interests. While academic excellence is a cornerstone of our ethos, equal importance is placed on sport and a vibrant extracurricular programme to nurture well-rounded individuals. 

Pupils from Mowden Hall transition to a diverse range of prestigious senior schools, including Oundle, Eton, Rugby, Sedbergh, Ampleforth, and top Newcastle day schools. In recent years, students have earned scholarships across various disciplines, and since September 2007, every pupil has gained entry to their chosen senior school at 13+.

The school maintains high expectations for all its pupils and takes pride in their achievements. Rated ‘Excellent’ across all areas in the most recent ISI Inspection, Mowden Hall continues to thrive, with enrolment increasing by over 20% in the last four years. A dynamic and stimulating curriculum, delivered by dedicated and passionate staff, ensures that pupils leave Mowden Hall exceptionally well-prepared to continue their education at the country’s leading secondary schools.

At Mowden, we believe that good character creates a values-driven culture, which can help improve attendance, behaviour, well-being, and attitude to learning. Our six Mowden Character Values are Kindness, Community, Resilience, Communication, Honesty, and Independent Thinking.

Mowden Hall is a member of the Prep Schools Trust, which has seven schools across England and provides exciting opportunities for staff development, financial management, and curriculum innovation. 

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, suitably qualified and inspirational Nursery Manager to lead our new setting for 2 to 3 years olds, called “The Nest”. 

About You

Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or above, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a well-structured curriculum and creating engaging activities that provide children with a safe, stimulating, and organised environment. As a strong team leader, you will motivate and manage a small team, delegate tasks effectively, and inform staff about new initiatives and best practices. With excellent communication skills, you will build positive relationships with parents, supporting them in their child’s education and development. Committed to best practices in Inclusion, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety, you will follow statutory guidelines and regulations to ensure all children are safe, supported, and fully included.