Nursery Manager

Happy Nurses; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery in London seeks a dedicated Nursery Manager to lead their childcare team. Responsibilities include maintaining high standards of care and education, supporting team members, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,950 annually along with numerous benefits including childcare discounts and recognition schemes.

Benefits

Childcare discount

Additional day off for birthday

Rewards and recognition schemes

Discounted childcare

Company social events

Auto enrolment into a pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous childcare management experience required.
• Strong understanding of EYFS guidelines necessary.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the childcare team to maintain high standards.
• Oversee the induction of new team members.
• Ensure compliance with legal child ratios.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a nursery manager to work full time on a term time basis. We are a family‑run nursery established in 2002 and based in Forest Hill, South East London for over 21 years.

We are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and inspiring Nursery Manager to join our team. We provide a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career growth. Join us in nurturing young minds and making a positive impact!

Job Description

(This is not an exhaustive list) This is a term‑time only post and pay will be pro‑rata to the full‑time pay.

As the Nursery Manager, you will lead our childcare team to uphold the highest standards of care and education. Your responsibilities will include maintaining an organized and stimulating childcare environment, ensuring compliance with legal ratios, managing, supporting, and motivating the team, and overseeing the induction of new team members. It's an exciting and fulfilling role!

This position requires the successful candidate to work flexibly for 35‑40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, for 30 weeks per year (term time only). The role offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package, and the opportunity to fuel your passion for growth and development.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of running a Montessori childcare, although this is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the childcare team to uphold the highest standards of care and education.
• Maintain an organized and stimulating childcare environment.
• Ensure compliance with legal ratios.
• Manage, support, and motivate the team.
• Oversee the induction of new team members.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare management experience.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Focus on delivering high‑quality childcare and education.
• Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines.
• At least 2 years of experience in leading and managing a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Childcare discount.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Rewards and recognition schemes, including annual awards.
• Discounted childcare.
• Appreciation rewards.
• Refer a friend scheme (unlimited).
• Company social events.
• Auto enrolment into a pension scheme.

Employment Details

• Job Type: Full‑time, Fixed‑term contract (6 months).
• Pay: Up to £40,950.00 per year.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday.
• Location: In‑person. Driving licence preferred.