Nursery Manager – Early Childhood Education

About the role

Stanford Nursery is seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead daily operations across its locations in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. The role involves overseeing staff, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and EYFS standards, and fostering strong relationships with parents.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily nursery operations and supervise teachers and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with UAE nursery regulations and EYFS standards, maintaining high safeguarding, health, and hygiene standards.
• Manage admissions, enrolment, attendance, and related administrative processes.
• Monitor staff performance, support professional development, and coordinate curriculum implementation.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate with senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of nursery management experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and fluency in English (Arabic advantageous).
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

What we offer

• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Continuous learning and training.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s early education.