Lead Nursery Manager – Immediate Start, Maidstone

TeacherActive Limited.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a privately owned nursery in Maidstone. The role covers staff management, safeguarding, EYFS delivery and ensuring Ofsted compliance in daily operations.

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education, possess strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding expertise, and demonstrate outstanding leadership and communication skills to guide a motivated team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience as Nursery Manager or senior leadership in an early years setting.
• Experience managing nursery staff, maintaining standards and overseeing daily operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for early childhood development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursery, including staff management and safeguarding.
• Ensure EYFS curriculum delivery and compliance with Ofsted requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education

Job description

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a privately owned nursery in Maidstone. The role covers staff management, safeguarding, EYFS delivery and ensuring Ofsted compliance in daily operations.

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education, possess strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding expertise, and demonstrate outstanding leadership and communication skills to guide a motivated team.