Nursery Manager | Lead EYFS, Safeguarding & Team Growth

TeacherActive Ltd; Maidstone, Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will oversee day-to-day operations, uphold high standards of childcare, and drive a positive, engaging environment for children and staff; the position is full-time and permanent with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• A 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 and daily operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day nursery operations.
• Lead staff and ensure safeguarding across the setting.
• Deliver EYFS curriculum to the required standards.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and early years legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Childcare / EY Education

Job description

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

You will oversee day-to-day operations, uphold high standards of childcare, and drive a positive, engaging environment for children and staff; the position is full-time and permanent with an immediate start available.