Divisional Operations Manager (childcare)

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the childcare sector is seeking a Divisional Operations Manager to oversee multiple nursery settings in London. The successful candidate will support Regional Directors, lead teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality and performance improvements. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting from £50,000, along with a car allowance.

Qualifications

• Proven success in managing multiple early years settings.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, induction, and training of nursery staff.
• Drive performance improvement and manage budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Commercial performance

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

• Title: Divisional Operations Manager
• Location: London (South, South-West, and North-West)
• Contract: Fixed Term / Full Time (40 hours/week)
• Salary: From £50k + car allowance
• Field-based role - Driving Licence / Car Essential

Closing Date: 11/7/25

Purpose of the Role

• Support Regional Directors in Quality, People, and Growth.
• Lead and inspire teams across multiple nursery settings.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) when needed.
• Drive performance improvement, manage short-term assignments, and support new manager inductions.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Marketing, and Early Childhood teams.

️ Key Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, induction, and training of nursery staff.
• Lead by example, promoting Bright Horizons’ HEART values.
• Implement and monitor Quality, People, and Growth action plans.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory standards.
• Drive curriculum implementation and pedagogical excellence.
• Manage budgets, staff deployment, and commercial performance.
• Conduct appraisals, succession planning, and talent development.

Essential Experience

• Proven success in managing multiple early years settings.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Experience in regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and commercial performance.
• Knowledge of UK Local Authority and inspection processes.

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