Your trusted partner in Early Years Management Recruitment.
Immerse Education was founded from a shared passion for championing the vital work Early Years professionals do for children. With over 30 years of recruitment expertise, we specialise in connecting talented leaders and managers with fulfilling careers in Nursery and Early Years settings.
Experts in Nursery & Early Years Management recruitment across the UK.
As a dedicated national recruitment partner for the Early Years sector, we understand the unique demands, regulations, and culture of UK nursery provision. We support private day nurseries, nursery groups, maintained nursery schools, and early years environments with leadership and management recruitment - from Nursery Managers and Deputies to Regional, Quality and Operational Leaders.
Our Commitment to Excellence.
At Immerse Education, we uphold the highest recruitment standards. As APSCo members, we fully comply with Department for Education (DfE) safer recruitment guidelines, ensuring every candidate meets legal, ethical, safeguarding, and professional expectations. Nurseries and Early Years providers can rely on our rigorous, trustworthy approach.
Championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive Early Years workforce where all professionals can thrive. DE&I is at the heart of our recruitment philosophy, helping to drive a stronger, more representative Early Years Management sector across the UK.
Supporting the Early Years Management Community.
In addition to our free CPD training for Early Years Leaders, we proudly partner with Education Support - the UK’s only charity dedicated to the wellbeing and mental health of education professionals. Together, we help ensure that those who nurture and inspire young children receive the support they deserve.
Our Values
We understand that continuity is vital in Nursery and Early Years environments, where stability directly influences children’s development, staff wellbeing, and parental confidence. Our focus on continuity means we don’t simply fill leadership roles - we build long-term partnerships that support sustainable success for Nurseries, Managers, Teams, and the Children they serve.
Nurseries need reliable, nurturing, and experienced leaders who can integrate seamlessly into their setting and contribute to its long-term growth. To make this possible, we take time to understand each nursery’s ethos, operational priorities, and culture. This allows us to find candidates who not only meet the required qualifications but also share a vision for the setting’s future.
Our support continues well beyond placement. We stay connected with both Early Years leaders we place with you and the nurseries we serve, helping address ongoing needs, anticipate future challenges, and offer guidance for continuous improvement. By promoting continuity, we aim to strengthen Early Years environments and enable management teams to stay focused on what matters most - the children.
We work closely with Nurseries and Early Years leaders, taking the time to understand the unique needs, culture, and challenges of each setting. By building strong partnerships, we design recruitment solutions that are precisely aligned with every nursery’s operational goals and long-term priorities.
Our approach emphasises flexibility and customisation, enabling us to adapt our services as Early Years environments evolve - whether supporting Independent Nurseries, growing Nursery Groups, or large National Childcare Providers. This ensures our recruitment solutions meet immediate staffing needs while also supporting the future direction of each setting.
By aligning our work with the vision and values of the nurseries we support, we help create strong foundations for long-lasting success and meaningful impact across Early Years communities.
We go beyond recruitment, offering a range of supportive services designed to nurture professional growth, strengthen leadership skills, and support long-term career progression within the Early Years Management sector. Our CPD training is tailored specifically for Nursery and Early Years Managers, helping leaders stay informed on best practice in Early Childhood Development, Safeguarding, Leadership, EYFS Curriculum, Quality, Commercial and Operational excellence.
Understanding that career development is key to motivation and retention, we provide tailored guidance to all Early Years Leaders, supporting them at every stage of their professional journey. Whether progressing from Room Leader to Deputy Manager, or from Nursery Manager to Regional Manager, we help professionals identify and pursue opportunities that align with their ambitions.
This holistic approach ensures that Early Years leaders are equipped not only to thrive in their current roles but to grow throughout their careers - creating lasting, positive impact across nursery teams, children, and their wider communities.
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, shaping every interaction and decision within our Early Years recruitment work. Our commitment to honesty and ethical practice means we prioritise clear, open communication at every stage of the process, ensuring nurseries and candidates always know where they stand.
By maintaining this level of transparency, we build strong, trusting relationships with Early Years leaders and Childcare Providers. This approach enables us to uphold fairness, mutual respect, and consistent consideration for every individual - regardless of the outcome of any recruitment decision.
We aim to create a recruitment experience rooted in honesty, integrity, and professionalism, ensuring that every engagement is positive, respectful, and genuinely supportive for all involved.
Join us in shaping the future of Early Years Management
Guided by our core values of Continuity, Collaboration, Social Responsibility and Honesty we are committed to making a lasting impact on the future of Early Years Leadership and young children's care & education. Whether you're a Nursery looking for talented Management staff for your setting or an Early Years Leader seeking your next role, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to meet your specific needs.
