Job Description

Job Summary

Nursery Manager

Location:

Notting Hill / Kensington, London

Hours:

Full-time

Salary:

Competitive, depending on experience

About Us

Little Garden Gate Nursery is a brand-new, boutique early years setting in the heart of Notting Hill / Kensington. We offer a warm, nurturing environment where children aged 2 years to 5 years can explore, learn, and grow through curiosity, creativity, and nature.

As a small, community-focused nursery, we pride ourselves on creating a true home-from-home experience for children, families, and staff alike.

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate and experienced

Nursery Manager

to lead our new setting and help bring our vision to life. This is an exciting opportunity to join from the very beginning -- shaping our ethos, team, and daily practice.

You'll oversee the smooth running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and early years education. You'll inspire and support a small, dedicated team, and build strong relationships with families in our community.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the daily operations of the nursery in line with Ofsted and EYFS requirements. Lead, motivate, and support a small team of practitioners. Ensure a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for all children. Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers. Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and continuous improvement. Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively. Promote the nursery's values of kindness, curiosity, and community.

What We're Looking For

Minimum

Level 3 Early Years qualification

(Level 5 or above preferred). Previous experience as a

Nursery Manager

or

Deputy Manager

. Excellent understanding of

EYFS

,

Ofsted standards

, and

safeguarding

. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. A hands-on, positive approach and genuine passion for early years education.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Lunch provided daily

Ongoing training and professional development Supportive, family-style working environment Opportunity to shape and grow a new, high-quality nursery

Skills

Proven management experience in a childcare or nursery setting. Strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate staff. Experience working with children in a childcare or educational environment. Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices. Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Ability to drive is advantageous for transportation needs related to nursery activities. A nurturing attitude with a genuine passion for child development. This position is ideal for an individual who is dedicated to creating an enriching environment for young learners while effectively managing the operational aspects of a nursery setting.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person