Nursery Manager

Pure Care Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Care Recruitment is seeking a Nursery Manager for a beautiful setting in Lewisham/Lee. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week and a salary of £45,000–£47,000 per annum, reflecting the level of responsibility managing day-to-day operations and a dedicated team of early years professionals.

You will lead all aspects of nursery operations, ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding, maintain EYFS compliance, and build strong relationships with families and the community.

Qualifications

• Previous nursery management experience within early years.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Manage staff, rotas, recruitment and development.
• Ensure high standards of care, education, safeguarding and health & safety.
• Build relationships with parents and the wider community.
• Support children's learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Nursery management

Team leadership

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Nursery Manager - Lewisham/Lee

Salary: £45,000-£47,000 | 40 Hours Per Week | Beautiful Nursery Setting

Are you an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity within a beautiful nursery setting? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Nursery Manager to lead a lovely nursery based in the Lewisham/Lee area, offering a fantastic salary of £45,000-£47,000 per annum.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Nursery Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career or bring their existing management experience to a welcoming setting within a small chain of nurseries.

As Nursery Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding are consistently maintained. You will lead, support and inspire your team, creating a positive working environment where both staff and children can thrive.

The Role:

• Full-time position, working 40 hours per week.
• Salary between £45,000 and £47,000 per annum.
• Based in the Lewisham/Lee area.
• Leading the daily operations of a beautiful nursery setting.
• Managing, motivating and developing a team of early years professionals.
• Ensuring compliance with EYFS, safeguarding requirements and Ofsted standards.
• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Building strong relationships with parents, families and the wider community.
• Overseeing staff performance, rotas, recruitment and professional development.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety throughout the nursery.

What We Are Looking For:

The successful Nursery Manager will have previous nursery management experience and a genuine passion for providing outstanding early years education. You will be a confident leader who can motivate a team, manage the day-to-day demands of a nursery and ensure children receive the very best start in life.

You should have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding procedures and Ofsted requirements, alongside excellent organisational and communication skills. We are looking for someone who can lead by example, build positive relationships with parents and staff, and create a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.

Experience managing a nursery team, maintaining occupancy levels and overseeing operational responsibilities would be highly beneficial.

Why Apply?

Joining this small chain of nurseries offers the opportunity to become part of an organisation where you can make a real difference. The successful Nursery Manager will have the chance to lead a beautiful setting, support a dedicated team and contribute to the continued success of the nursery.

If you are an experienced Nursery Manager seeking a new challenge in Lewisham/Lee, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.