Nursery Manager | Lead Team, Ofsted‑Ready & EYFS Expert

Hedgehog Recruitment Services Ltd; Knaphill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedgehog Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking a pro-active Nursery Manager to lead a 40-place independent children's nursery and preschool in Woking. You will drive high standards, oversee daily operations and ensure Ofsted readiness.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on management experience, strong EYFS knowledge and be an inspirational team leader, with safeguarding and health & safety experience. Open to 4- or 5-day weeks, 7:45–18:00, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Hands-on management style with team leadership experience.
• Experience assisting in managing Ofsted Inspections and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child development.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily running and administration of the nursery.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulatory requirements.
• Build partnerships with parents and carers.
• Recruit, induct and supervise staff; conduct regular staff assessments and identify training needs.
• Organise staff meetings and training to develop teamwork.
• Plan and supervise activities to support children's development across EYFS areas.
• Maintain developmental records, observations and nursery policies.
• Manage enquiry handling, show-rounds, waiting lists and advance bookings to fill places.

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding & Health & Safety

Ofsted inspections

Paediatric First Aid

Education

Level 3 childcare/Early Years

Job description

Hedgehog Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking a pro-active Nursery Manager to lead a 40-place independent children's nursery and preschool in Woking. You will drive high standards, oversee daily operations and ensure Ofsted readiness.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on management experience, strong EYFS knowledge and be an inspirational team leader, with safeguarding and health & safety experience. Open to 4- or 5-day weeks, 7:45–18:00, Monday to Friday.