Nursery Manager

Staff Match; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursery group in London is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on management experience and a strong track record in Ofsted Inspections. Responsibilities include staff recruitment, safeguarding, budgeting, and ensuring a safe learning environment for children. Candidates must have an NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above. This role offers opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable).
• Paediatric First Aid (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop staff team following nursery policies.
• Manage budgets, occupancy levels, and KPIs with the director.
• Assist in nursery staff recruitment and manage inductions.
• Support EYFS planning and maintain children's records.
• Manage marketing activities like newsletters and promotions.
• Lead on Safeguarding and Health & Safety practices.

Skills

Hands-on management style

Experience in Ofsted Inspections

Knowledge of EYFS statutory requirements

Leadership skills

Team motivation

Education

NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a well-established nursery group in Streatham, London. The ideal candidate will have a hands on management style, experience of Ofsted Inspections where outcomes were “Good” or “Outstanding”, excellent knowledge and understanding of EYFS statutory requirements and be an inspirational team leader.

Person Specification

• NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above
• Experience of leading and motivating teams
• Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety
• Track record of involvement in Ofsted Inspections
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
• Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role

Responsibilities

• Recruitment, training and development of staff team ensuring all staff understand and follow nursery policy and procedures.
• To work closely with the director and manage budgets, occupancy levels and KPI's.
• To assist in the recruitment of nursery staff, manage inductions, supervisions and appraisals.
• To lead the team and support in EYFS planning and ensure children are learning and being cared for in a safe, caring environment.
• To ensure children\'s observations, assessment and development records are maintained.
• To manage marketing activities, such as newsletters, open days, promotions etc.
• To have lead responsibility of Safeguarding and Health & Safety, ensuring all staff follow policy and procedures.
• To promote diversity and equal opportunity.
• To work in partnership with parents forming caring and trusting relationships.
• To ensure professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• To lead by example working in a flexible manner and promoting high standards of care and education.

Benefits

Benefits: Training ongoing support and further career prospects

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call (phone number removed)