Nursery Manager — Lead Growth & Safeguarding (Flexible Hours)

Jem Childcare Solutions; Crawley Down; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Birthday Off

Perkbox Goodies

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

Jem Childcare Solutions is seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager in Crawley (Three Bridges area) to lead the daily operations of the setting. Salary offered up to £46k depending on experience, with a focus on maintaining outstanding care and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have Level 3+ Early Years / Childcare qualification, 4+ years in early years including 2 in management, and proven experience with Ofsted inspections, EYFS, safeguarding, and budgets.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• Minimum 4 years' experience in early years, including 2 years' in a management or team-leading role.
• Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices.
• Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Support and guide nursery staff to drive improvements.
• Ensure EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage occupancy and budgets to maintain high-quality care.

Skills

Team leadership

Ofsted inspection experience

EYFS knowledge

Budget management

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

4+ years in early years including 2+ in management

Job description

Jem Childcare Solutions is seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager in Crawley (Three Bridges area) to lead the daily operations of the setting. Salary offered up to £46k depending on experience, with a focus on maintaining outstanding care and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have Level 3+ Early Years / Childcare qualification, 4+ years in early years including 2 in management, and proven experience with Ofsted inspections, EYFS, safeguarding, and budgets.