Regional Nursery Director

Regional Director
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