Nursery Manager

TeacherActive Limited.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a privately owned nursery in Maidstone. The role covers staff management, safeguarding, EYFS delivery and ensuring Ofsted compliance in daily operations.

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education, possess strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding expertise, and demonstrate outstanding leadership and communication skills to guide a motivated team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience as Nursery Manager or senior leadership in an early years setting.
• Experience managing nursery staff, maintaining standards and overseeing daily operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for early childhood development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursery, including staff management and safeguarding.
• Ensure EYFS curriculum delivery and compliance with Ofsted requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Manager
Location: Maidstone
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a privately owned nursery?

Do you have strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality early years education?

Can you inspire and support a nursery team while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and childcare?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a privately owned nursery based in Maidstone, who are looking to appoint an experienced Nursery Manager. The setting is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual who can provide strong leadership and maintain a safe, positive and engaging environment for children and staff.

The nursery is looking to take on a Nursery Manager on a full-time, permanent basis with an immediate start available. The successful Nursery Manager will oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, including staff management, safeguarding, EYFS curriculum delivery and ensuring the setting operates in line with Ofsted requirements and relevant early years legislation.

The successful Nursery Manager will have:

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education

• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and safeguarding requirements

• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or senior leadership position within an early years setting

• Experience managing nursery staff, maintaining standards and overseeing daily operations

• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills

• A positive, proactive and 'can-do' attitude with a passion for early childhood development

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A competitive salary of £32,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience

• A full-time, permanent position within a privately owned nursery

• Additional employee benefits to be confirmed