Nursery Manager

Jem Childcare Solutions; Crawley Down; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Birthday Off

Perkbox Goodies

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

Jem Childcare Solutions is seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager in Crawley (Three Bridges area) to lead the daily operations of the setting. Salary offered up to £46k depending on experience, with a focus on maintaining outstanding care and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have Level 3+ Early Years / Childcare qualification, 4+ years in early years including 2 in management, and proven experience with Ofsted inspections, EYFS, safeguarding, and budgets.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• Minimum 4 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in a management or team-leading role.
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices.
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Support and guide nursery staff to drive improvements.
• Ensure EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage occupancy and budgets to maintain high-quality care.

Skills

Team leadership

Ofsted inspection experience

EYFS knowledge

Budget management

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

4+ years in early years including 2+ in management

Job description

Job Description

This lovely Nursery in Crawley, Three Bridges Area are seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to join them and lead the day to day running of the setting. On great transport links. Working 40 hrs, our clients are offering salary up to £46k depending on experience. You will need to be a nursery manager, and ideally have taken a nursery through an Ofsted Inspection.

Requirements

What are Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Manager Role

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 4 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in a management or team-leading role
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
• Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery
• Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Benefits

Nursery Manager Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• Birthday Off
• Perkbox Goodies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done

Requirements

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Minimum 4 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in a management or team-leading role
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements