Nursery Manager

The Old Station Nursery Group; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount to support your family

Discretionary Annual Bonus

33days of holiday + birthday off

Self-Space Mental Health Workshops

The National College training

Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools

Recognition & rewards and long-service

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group in Uxbridge is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead and inspire a caring team, delivering high-quality EYFS education and safeguarding for children.

You will manage daily operations, mentor staff, build strong partnerships with families, and ensure compliance with Ofsted and EYFS standards, while promoting the nursery ethos and a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Proven leadership experience in an EYFS setting.
• Ability to inspire and manage a childcare team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and inspire the nursery team to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Create a nurturing environment that supports children's development.
• Build strong relationships with families and external agencies.
• Oversee staff rotas, budgets, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor staff and promote continuous improvement and professional development.
• Promote the nursery ethos in daily practice and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Lead inspections and ensure EYFS and Ofsted standards are met.

Skills

Level 3 EYQ

Education

Level 3 EYQ

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager!

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Uxbridge, we’re seeking a passionate Nursery Manager to guide our team and deliver exceptional care and education. This is your opportunity to lead with pride, foster a nurturing environment, and create brighter futures for children, families, and your team.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.The ideal candidate will have proven experience in an Early Years leadership role, ideally as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, or in a comparable position.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus:An additional performance-based reward, given at the company’s discretion, to recognise great work and team contribution.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 33days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Self-Space Mental Health Workshops: Short, practical sessions that help managers identify mental health concerns and confidently support their teams.
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day:1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: Competitive Salary, based on experience.
Working Hours:Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week.
Location:The Old Station Nursery Uxbridge,St John's Road,Uxbridge, Hillingdon,Greater London,UB8 2UR

What being a Nursery Manager involves

As a Nursery Manager, you’ll:

• Lead, manage, and inspire your nursery team to deliver high-quality care and education with pride and energy.
• Create a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children’s all-round development and meets individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Oversee nursery operations, including staff schedules, budgets, health and safety, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Act as a mentor, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and supporting the professional development of your team.
• Promote the ethos and values of The Old Station Nursery, ensuring they are deeply embedded in daily practice.
• Take responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety across the nursery.
• Confidently lead inspections and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with the EYFS framework and Ofsted standards.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Proven experience in managing and inspiring teams within a childcare setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS framework and best practices in early years education.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and drive a team towards excellence.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills to build positive partnerships with families and staff.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for creating brighter futures for children.

About our Nursery

Our nursery is beautifully situated in front of the River Colne, offering stunning views and a natural environment full of wildlife. The children love making the most of this unique setting—whether it’s spotting birds and animals on walks or observing nature through the windows with their binoculars. We’re also proud to welcome a mobile library that visits the nursery regularly, giving children the opportunity to exchange books and enjoy a wide variety of texts, nurturing a love for reading from an early age. For our preschool children, we offer Super StarSports sessions where they develop essential physical skills such as ball control, spatial awareness, and problem-solving through fun obstacle courses and structured activities using a range of equipment. We have three rooms in our nursery: the Baby Room (0–2 years), Toddler Room (2–3 years), and Preschool Room (3–5 years), each designed to support children at their specific stage of development.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.