Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager – Stanford Nursery | Al Ain, UAE

About Us

Stanford Nursery is a leading early childhood education center in Al Ain, dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed to delivering high-quality education based on the EYFS framework while fostering creativity, confidence, and lifelong learning.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead the daily operations of our nursery. The successful candidate will oversee staff, ensure compliance with UAE regulations and EYFS standards, maintain excellent relationships with parents, and drive operational excellence across all nursery functions.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the daily operations of the nursery.

- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate teachers and support staff.

- Ensure compliance with UAE nursery regulations and EYFS standards.

- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, hygiene, and child safety.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with parents.

- Oversee admissions, enrolment, attendance, and administrative processes.

- Monitor staff performance and support professional development.

- Coordinate curriculum implementation and educational activities.

- Prepare operational reports and communicate with senior management.

- Foster a positive, collaborative, and child-focused culture.

Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.

- Minimum 4 years of Nursery Management experience in the UAE.

- Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.

- Excellent leadership and people management skills.

- Strong communication and organizational skills.

- Fluency in English is required.

- Arabic language is an advantage.

- Candidates currently residing in the UAE are preferred.

- Immediate joiners are highly preferred.

Why Join Stanford Nursery?

- 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.

- Work with a passionate and collaborative team.

• - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Al-Ayn: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• What is your current notice period? (Immediate / Less than 30 days / 30–60 days / More than 60 days)
• Are you currently residing in the UAE?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery Management in the UAE: 4 years (Required)
• EYFS curriculum: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Arabic (Preferred)
• English (Required)

Work Location: In person