Nursery Manager

Your Teaching Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekday, 8am–6pm

Job summary

Your Teaching Ltd in Bromley, South East London, is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead daily operations and ensure high standards of childcare and safeguarding. You will guide staff, nurture a safe, stimulating environment and maintain strong relationships with parents and professionals.

The role requires strong leadership, reliability and EYFS knowledge. Monday to Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, with competitive pay based on experience and a positive impact on children's early years.

Qualifications

• A recognised CACHE Level 3 qualification in childcare or a relevant equivalent.
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service.
• Relevant safeguarding and child protection training for working with children.
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery, school or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• Punctuality, reliability and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall day-to-day running and management of the nursery.
• Lead, manage and motivate staff, ensuring effective team performance.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted requirements.
• Monitor children's learning, development and overall wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff and external professionals.
• Manage staff recruitment, training, appraisals and performance.
• Maintain nursery records, policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Manage budgets, resources and occupancy levels.
• Ensure the nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Education

CACHE Level 3

Job description

Nursery Manager

CACHE Level 3

Location:Bromley, BR1, South East London

Working Days:Monday to Friday, 5 days per week

Working Hours:8am – 6pm

Pay Rate:Depending on experience

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to lead an up-and-coming nursery in Bromley, BR1.The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, lead and support staff, ensure high standards of childcare and safeguarding, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children.Monday to Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm. Strong leadership, reliability and EYFS knowledge are essential. Vacancy for Room Lead & Deputy Manager are also available.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall day-to-day running and management of the nursery.
• Lead, manage and motivate staff, ensuring effective team performance.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted requirements.
• Monitor children's learning, development and overall wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff and external professionals.
• Manage staff recruitment, training, appraisals and performance.
• Maintain nursery records, policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Manage budgets, resources and occupancy levels.
• Ensure the nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised CACHE Level 3 qualification in childcare or a relevant equivalent.
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service.
• Relevant safeguarding and child protection training for working with children.
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery, school or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• Punctuality, reliability and a professional attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay depending on experience.
• Consistent weekday work, Monday to Friday.
• Fixed working hours of 8:00am–6:00pmThe opportunity to make a positive difference to children's lives.
• A rewarding role within an educational environment in Bromley, South East London.