Regional Nursery Director
CV-LibraryLeicester, City of LeicesterpermanentPosted: 9 June 2026
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Remote Based | National Travel Required
Excellent Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Regional Director to join a rapidly growing and highly respected early years organisation.
This senior leadership role carries full operational, commercial and people responsibility for a portfolio of nurseries across a defined region. Reporting directly to the Chief Early Years Officer, the successful candidate will lead a team of Area Managers to deliver outstanding operational standards, sustainable commercial performance and exceptional childcare outcomes.
This is a pivotal appointment within an ambitious and expanding group, offering the opportunity to influence operational strategy, support acquisition activity and lead the successful integration of newly acquired settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Full P&L ownership across the regional nursery portfolio
* Drive occupancy, revenue growth and overall commercial performance
* Lead, coach and develop Area Managers and senior operational teams
* Ensure full compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding and statutory requirements
* Lead operational audits and improvement strategies across the region
* Act as the senior escalation point for safeguarding, operational and people matters
* Support acquisition activity including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
* Build strong relationships with local authorities, stakeholders and external partners
* Contribute to strategic operational planning alongside executive leadership
* Identify and develop future leaders within the business
Candidate Requirements
* Significant multi-site leadership experience within early years or childcare
* Proven track record of delivering operational and commercial success
* Strong financial and commercial acumen with previous P&L responsibility
* Experience managing senior operational leaders
* Excellent understanding of Ofsted and regulatory frameworks
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Resilient, highly organised and capable of operating autonomously
* Passionate about delivering exceptional early years outcomes
Essential Qualifications
* Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 qualification or above
* Full UK driving licence
* Flexibility to travel nationally as required
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a values-driven organisation during an exciting period of growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping operational excellence across the group whilst contributing to its long-term expansion strategy.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply with your CV
Remote Based | National Travel Required
Excellent Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Regional Director to join a rapidly growing and highly respected early years organisation.
This senior leadership role carries full operational, commercial and people responsibility for a portfolio of nurseries across a defined region. Reporting directly to the Chief Early Years Officer, the successful candidate will lead a team of Area Managers to deliver outstanding operational standards, sustainable commercial performance and exceptional childcare outcomes.
This is a pivotal appointment within an ambitious and expanding group, offering the opportunity to influence operational strategy, support acquisition activity and lead the successful integration of newly acquired settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Full P&L ownership across the regional nursery portfolio
* Drive occupancy, revenue growth and overall commercial performance
* Lead, coach and develop Area Managers and senior operational teams
* Ensure full compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding and statutory requirements
* Lead operational audits and improvement strategies across the region
* Act as the senior escalation point for safeguarding, operational and people matters
* Support acquisition activity including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
* Build strong relationships with local authorities, stakeholders and external partners
* Contribute to strategic operational planning alongside executive leadership
* Identify and develop future leaders within the business
Candidate Requirements
* Significant multi-site leadership experience within early years or childcare
* Proven track record of delivering operational and commercial success
* Strong financial and commercial acumen with previous P&L responsibility
* Experience managing senior operational leaders
* Excellent understanding of Ofsted and regulatory frameworks
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Resilient, highly organised and capable of operating autonomously
* Passionate about delivering exceptional early years outcomes
Essential Qualifications
* Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 qualification or above
* Full UK driving licence
* Flexibility to travel nationally as required
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a values-driven organisation during an exciting period of growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping operational excellence across the group whilst contributing to its long-term expansion strategy.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply with your CV