Nursery Manager

Family First Nurseries; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

33 Days Paid Holiday

Career Growth

Health & Wellbeing Support

Company Pension Scheme

Supportive Culture

Job summary

Family First Nurseries is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager for the Kentish Town Day Nursery and preschool. You will lead a well‑established setting, uphold the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding, and inspire your staff to deliver outstanding outcomes for children and families.

You will oversee EYFS compliance, team development, and strong parent partnerships, with a supportive leadership structure and clear opportunities for progression within the Family First Group.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification is required.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience leading and developing teams in an Early Years setting.
• A passion for high-quality childcare and education.
• Level 5 qualification in Leadership or Management is advantageous.
• Experience of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the nursery with emphasis on safety, care and education.
• Ensure EYFS compliance and regulatory requirements are met.
• Motivate and develop the nursery team to deliver high standards of practice.
• Build strong partnerships with families through clear communication and involvement.
• Oversee nursery operations, occupancy and overall performance.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections and drive quality improvements.
• Support staff wellbeing and foster a collaborative workplace culture.
• Ensure high-quality, engaging learning experiences tailored to each child.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Level 5 Leadership/Management

Job description

Nursery Manager– (75% Childcare Discount)

Salary: Up to £55,000 perannum, depending on experience, plus a quarterly bonus schemeworth up to £3,000 per year* Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week) Location: The Kentish Town Day Nursery and preschool (good public transport links)

At The Kentish Town Day Nursery and preschool we’re looking for a confident and experienced Nursery Manager tolead our well-established nursery and continue building apositive, high-quality environment for children, families and colleagues.

You’ll have theopportunity to lead with confidence, develop a strong team andcreate a nursery culture where children thrive, families feelsupported and colleagues enjoy coming to work. With supportivesenior leadership, strong team foundations and the freedom tomake a genuine impact, this is an exciting opportunity for anEarly Years leader who takes pride in delivering outstandingcare and education.

We believe greatchildcare starts with a happy, supported team. Here’s whatyou’ll enjoy as part of Family First:

• QuarterlyBonus Scheme: Earn up to£3,000 per year in additional bonuses, subject to termsand conditions.
• 33 DaysPaid Holiday: 24 daysannual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• CareerGrowth: Tailoredtraining, professional development and opportunities to progress
• Health& Wellbeing Support: Access aconfidential employee assistance and wellbeing programme.
• CompanyPension Scheme
• Supportive Culture: Join apassionate, dedicated team that values collaboration andhigh-quality childcare

The Role

As NurseryManager, you’ll take the lead in the day-to-day running ofthe nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care,education and safeguarding. You’ll inspire your team,build strong relationships with families and drive thenursery forward, creating an environment where childrenand colleagues can thrive. Yourresponsibilities will include:

• ChildSafety & Safeguarding: Ensure the safety andwellbeing of all children, maintaining robustsafeguarding procedures and a safe, nurturing environment.
• EYFS& Compliance: Ensure the effective implementationof the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) frameworkand maintain compliance with all relevant statutoryand regulatory requirements.
• TeamLeadership & Development: Lead, motivate anddevelop your nursery team, encouraging professionalgrowth, collaboration and consistently high standardsof practice.
• ParentPartnerships: Build strong, positive relationshipswith families through clear communication, trust and ashared commitment to each child’s development.
• NurseryOperations: Oversee the effective day-to-day runningof the nursery, maintaining an organised, welcomingand well-managed setting.
• Occupancy &Performance: Drive nursery occupancy and overallperformance, supporting the continued success andgrowth of the setting.
• Ofsted& Quality Improvement: Lead Ofsted preparation andinspections, ensuring the nursery maintains highstandards and is continually improving the quality ofcare and education.
• StaffWellbeing: Support the wellbeing, engagement anddevelopment of your team, fostering a positive andprofessional workplace culture.
• Quality Care &Education: Ensure children receive high-quality,engaging and age-appropriate learning experiencesthat support their individual needs and development.

About You

You’rean experienced, confident and approachable Early Yearsleader who is passionate about delivering high-qualitychildcare and education. You enjoy developing people,maintaining high standards and creating a positivenursery environment where children, families andcolleagues feel valued and supported. Youunderstand the importance of effective leadership,strong safeguarding practices and building a team thatworks together to achieve the best outcomes for children.

• Full and relevantLevel 3 childcare qualification.
• Strong knowledge ofthe EYFS statutory framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience leadingand developing teams within an Early Years setting.
• Apassion for delivering high-quality childcareand education.
• Level 5qualification in Childcare, Leadership or Management.
• Experience ofachieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.

Why Join Us?

Kentish Town Day Nursery offersthe opportunity to lead a well-established settingwith supportive senior leadership, strong teamfoundations and the freedom to make a realdifference. As part of the Family First Group,you’ll benefit from a positive working culture,opportunities for professional development and thesupport you need to grow as a leader whilecreating an exceptional nursery experience forevery child.

Please note: We areunable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Kentish Town Day Nursery ispart of the Family First Group where we take great care totreat everyone as a person, with equal rights andresponsibilities to any other individual, whether they are anadult or a child. We are committed to providing equality ofopportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all childrenand families according to their individual needs.Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religionor belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexualorientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity,ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no placewithin the Family First Group