Job Description

Job Overview

Position:

Nursery Manager

Salary:

Up to 50,000 per annum + Bonus

Contract Type:

Permanent, 52 weeks per year

Hours:

40 hours per week

Start Date:

August 2025 or sooner

We are seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead an outstanding nursery in South West London. The nursery prides itself on creating a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment where children can thrive and take their first steps toward primary school.

Our setting fosters a strong family atmosphere and encourages children to become natural explorers and inquisitive learners. We are committed to recruiting and developing highly skilled early years practitioners to meet the needs of babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, ensuring the highest standards of care and education.

As Nursery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the continued growth and development of the nursery, including the expansion to care for children from six months upwards. You will be heavily involved in the day-to-day operations, financial management, staff recruitment, training, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of high-quality early years education and care Promote nursery values to staff, parents, and children Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all staff Maintain accurate records, including occupancy and growth data Train and develop staff to reach their full potential Ensure the nursery provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment

Qualifications and Experience:

Full and relevant childcare qualification (Level 5 NVQ, EYTS, QTS, B.Ed. or equivalent) Extensive experience in a childcare setting Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS 0-5 years framework Proven experience in a management role, including mentoring and leading staff Knowledge of Ofsted statutory guidance, safeguarding, and child protection Ability to implement high-quality learning opportunities Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with children, colleagues, parents, and external agencies
The Nursery Manager will be supported by a wider network of schools and nurseries, with regular meetings to share best practice and enhance professional development.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

London KT3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Do you require a sponsorship? What is your email? What is your number?
Work Location: In person