Brand NEW Nursery Launch (Nine Elms) Nursery Manager

Kido UK; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing nursery group in Hounslow is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead their new nursery opening in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have a minimum level 3 childcare qualification and significant management experience in a large nursery. This role offers a salary of up to £49,000 along with great benefits such as 25 days annual leave, a £1000 referral bonus, and opportunities for career progression. If you're passionate about early childhood education and team development, apply to join this vibrant culture today.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Your birthday off

100% off childcare at Kido

£1000 refer a friend bonus

Free Staff Lunch

Enhanced sick pay

Annual performance-related pay increases

Brilliant career progression opportunities

Company awards and celebrations

Access to a healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Essential childcare qualification, level 3 minimum.
• Management experience within another large nursery required.
• Functional skills in Maths and English if Level 3 obtained after 2014.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a nursery team while embodying Kido’s values.
• Support staff development and promote a positive nursery culture.
• Ensure high standards of care and education for children.

Skills

Childcare qualification (level 3 minimum)

Management experience in a large nursery

Level 2 in Maths

Level 2 in English

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team at Kido Nine Elms - A Brand New Launch Nursery January 2026!

We are international, operating in India, USA and the UK. In the UK all our nurseries are Ofsted rated Good and Outstanding and are based in London and Windsor. We’re still growing with 1-2 new nurseries opening each year! At Kido, we blend the best practices from the Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner approaches and have a unique curriculum for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We believe that a combination of free and structured play, an engaging and interactive learning environment, and an abundance of love, care and attention provide the most solid foundation for children in their early years. Find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting https://kidoschools.com/uk/our-nurseries-london/

What we offer

The Nursery Manager role offers a salary of up to £49,000 for full time (plus discretionary bonus), 40 hours per week.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising year on year to 30 days after 5 years service
• Your birthday off
• 100% off childcare at Kido (subject to available spaces)
• £1000 refer a friend bonus
• Free Staff Lunch
• Enhanced sick pay
• Annual performance‑related pay increases
• Brilliant career progression opportunities
• Company awards, celebrations and team social events
• Access to a healthcare cash plan
• Early access to pay through the Hastee app
• Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
• Your wellbeing matters – we provide a confidential employee assistance programme and access to our wellness hub
• Cycle to work scheme

We encourage our team to be the best they can be. As a growing nursery group we can prioritise you and your teams development so that you’ll be ready for other positions as they arise throughout the company!

What does the Nursery Manager role entail

Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As the Nursery Manager, you’ll be more than just a leader; you’ll be an ambassador for our values, and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. This is your opportunity to join an amazing growing nursery group that champions career growth like no other!

What we’re looking for

For the Manager role, it is essential that you hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum and have experience working within management of another large nursery. Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are also a must if you obtained a Level 3 qualification after 2014.

What’s next?

If you’re ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a fulfilling career apply today and we’ll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with one of our Talent Partners who will take you through the next stages. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to us via [e-mail]

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