Daycare Manager

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency is seeking a confident Daycare Manager to oversee a new nursery opening soon. The ideal candidate will have management experience in early years, strong knowledge of regulations, and be dedicated to creating a nurturing environment. Competitive salary and benefits, including annual leave and a pension scheme, offered.

Benefits

Free staff uniform

28 days annual holiday

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a management or supervisory role within an early years/childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations.
• Leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of a new nursery.
• Ensure a positive and nurturing environment for children and staff.
• Lead and support staff in their professional development.

Skills

Management experience in childcare

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Daycare Manager - £30,000 per annum (dependant on experience) - Brand New Nursery opening end of December 2025

Step Up to Daycare Manager Exciting New Opportunity

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

Our client delighted to be opening a brand-new, medium-sized Daycare Nursery in SE15 area near Old Kent Road and Elephant and Castle, due to welcome families from end of December.

We are seeking a Daycare Manager who is confident, knowledgeable, and passionate about the EYFS. This role is also an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager ready to progress into their first management position.

You ll be supported by a dedicated approachable Owner and a hands-on, approach with open communication and a collaborative working style, you ll never feel unsupported.

We believe in nurturing both children and careers progression opportunities will be encouraged and celebrated as our nursery grows.

If you are an ambitious, caring, and confident leader eager to make a real difference, we d love to hear from you.

Daycare Manager Benefits

• Free staff uniform
• Full time Hours 7am-19:30
• 28 days annual holiday increasing with length of service
• Pension scheme in place for comfortable future retirement
• And more .

Daycare Manager Qualifications /Experience

• Proven experience in a management or supervisory role within an early years/childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations.
• Leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to ensure a positive and nurturing environment for children and staff alike.

We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of children and have a safe recruitment procedures in place.
Pre employment checks will be undertaken including an enhanced disclosure and baring service check (DBS)

For more information please apply now and Louise from Care First UK will call you asap.