Job Description

Description

We're more than just a nursery group. We're the UK's most innovative early-years education provider.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We're proudly making our dream a reality - and we want you to be a part of it!

As a Nursery Manager at N Family, you'll lead a passionate team of expert Educators to deliver amazing learning experiences, brilliant customer service, and a thriving team culture. You'll take care of everything that keeps the nursery running smoothly - from daily operations to compliance - while inspiring your team to give every child the best start in life. Together, you'll help drive our Wildly Important Goals (WIG), as we aim to become the most loved early years education group in the UK.

Your key responsibilities

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team. Lead your team to deliver outstanding education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum. Be a people leader - recruiting, developing, and nurturing a brilliant team. Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed. Take ownership of your nursery's performance, delivering commercial success while maintaining our quality. Keep our nursery shining - overseeing our health and safety, risk assessments, and EYFS compliance to make sure everything runs smoothly and safely. Engage with the local community and key partners, proudly representing N Family and building lasting connections. Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding.*
Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.

Our Nursery Managers should have..

Two years of previous experience as a Nursery Manager (required). Experience of large or multi-site nurseries (desirable). Experience in retaining and hiring new team members. Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements and inspection processes across the UK. Some experience in managing budgets, including capacity and team deployment, management of performance, and reporting metrics. A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service. Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above). A Level 6 qualification is desirable. Paediatric First Aid (12 hours), First Aid at Work, and a commitment to remain compliant. Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly. A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children. A love for building and maintaining strong parent partnerships. A solid decision-maker with the ability to support and achieve our WIGs (Wildly Important Goals).

The N Advantage package

Competitive salary

- 45,926 - 65,354 per annum

Performance bonus

- Up to 25% of base salary + 1000.

The N Partnership

- Our shares programme, giving all our managers motivation and rewards for delivering our plan and growth ambitions.

Industry-leading holiday allowance

- Up to 38 days, including a personal 'Me' day and Christmas closure.

Development fund

- 100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).

Family-friendly

- Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.

Childcare

- 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

And that's not all!

Loyalty rewards

- 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: "Out of this world" experience + 2 more weeks off!

Leadership events

- Our annual leadership conference for all managers to come together, share experiences, and build upon our culture.

N Coaching & Mentoring

- Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes.

Referral scheme

- Earn up to 1000 per successful hire.

Amazing discounts

- Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.

Travel support

- Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.

Socials & Wellbeing

- Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness. And much, much more!

Why N Forest Hill?

Join our vibrant team at this 92-place nursery in Forest Hill, South East London.


Getting here is a breeze! We're just a short walk from Forest Hill station with direct Overground and National Rail links, plus excellent local bus routes.

Why N Family Club?

At N Family Club, we're reimagining early years education - and we want you to be a part of it. We're a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK's most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first.

Join us today

to spark big ideas in young minds and

shape a career you'll love.

What's next?

If you think you got what it takes, click apply and fill in our super quick (1 min) application form!



If you want to read more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.

About N Family Club

We began with a dream. To be the highest quality, and most loved, early years education group in the UK. We imagined a future of early years education that was different. Where a focused, curriculum-led approach would inspire big dreamers and big career movers. Where children are prepared for this ever-changing, modern world and where people come to life when they come to work!

At N, we have a commitment to safeguarding our children and thoughtfully prioritise the safety and well-being of everyone in our nurseries. As part of our commitment to ensuring a secure environment, we diligently adhere to the guidance provided by regulatory bodies. Our dedication to safer recruitment practices is underscored by our compliance with key legislation designed to protect vulnerable individuals.

By embracing these laws and legislation (DBS Code of Practice; DBS Referral Guidance; Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and Regulated Activity), we uphold the highest standards of safety and accountability, fostering a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.



Click here for more information on our commitments.

In line with Safer Recruitment and Keeping Everyone Safe, N Family Club will carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates including a Google and Social Media search. Any information found from the online searches, may be discussed at the interview stage.