Job Description

Are you a confident and experienced early years professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for a

Nursery Manager

to lead a well-established, Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery in the heart of Hackney.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and proactive leader to play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional early years education and care, while fostering a positive, inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day running of the setting. Your key duties will include:

Leading and supporting a team of dedicated early years practitioners Overseeing the effective delivery of the EYFS curriculum Managing budgets, rotas, staffing, health and safety, and nursery compliance Creating a stimulating, safe, and nurturing learning environment Building and maintaining strong partnerships with parents and carers Supporting recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing staff development Driving continuous improvement and maintaining Outstanding standards across the setting

What We Offer

Competitive salary package 70% staff childcare discount Up to 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure) Generous pension scheme (7% employer, 1% employee contribution) Enhanced parental leave policies Ongoing CPD and training opportunities Access to wellbeing support and a comprehensive staff benefits platform

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A full and relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years or Childcare Previous experience in a nursery leadership or management role Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and health & safety practices Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills A child-centred, proactive and flexible approach The right to work in the UK

About the Nursery

Located in Hackney, our Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery provides a welcoming and enriching environment for children aged 0-5. The setting features bright, spacious rooms and two dedicated outdoor areas--one for under 2s and one for preschool children.

Our curriculum is broad and engaging, offering children opportunities to explore languages (including Spanish), cooking, gardening, and construction-based activities. We also value community connections and encourage regular local outings, including visits to the library and local shops.

Apply now

to join a vibrant and supportive team committed to giving every child the best start in life.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 47,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person