Nursery Manager / Nursery Cleaner

HealthJobs4U Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Nursery Manager

We are a small, bilingual nursery with a maximum of 6 children per classroom. We are seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our team and help grow our setting. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nursery from its early stages and shape its future.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating environment.
• Lead and motivate staff, providing guidance and support.
• Maintain full compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Build strong relationships with parents and the community.
• Manage records, safeguarding procedures, and nursery policies.
• Drive enrolment and actively support the nursery’s growth.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager (minimum 2 years).
• Minimum Level 3 in Early Years Education (Level 5 or higher desirable).
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards.
• Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
• A passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

Staff Benefits

• Small, family-feel nursery (max 6 children per classroom).
• Supportive, bilingual environment.
• Salary dependent on experience and qualifications, with review and increase as the nursery grows.
• The opportunity to help shape and grow the nursery.

Nursery Cleaner

We are a small, bilingual nursery (maximum 6 children per classroom) looking for a reliable, strong, and organised Nursery Cleaner to help us keep our nursery safe, clean, and well-prepared for children every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of classrooms, toilets, kitchen, and communal areas.
• Disinfecting toys, furniture, and surfaces in line with hygiene standards.
• Moving furniture and equipment safely in and out of our storage area (located outside the hall).
• Organising and tidying toys and resources quickly and efficiently so the nursery is ready for the next day.
• Managing cleaning supplies and reporting when stock is low.
• Following all health and safety guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Previous cleaning experience (nursery, school, or childcare setting preferred).
• Physically fit and able to move furniture/equipment safely.
• Fast, efficient, and well-organised.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Part-time / Flexible availability (e.g., Monday early morning and Thursday evening; Friday morning to tidy up and prepare).

Staff Benefits

• Friendly, family-like working environment.
• Flexible working hours.
• Salary to be discussed at interview.
• Stable, part-time role with opportunity to grow as the nursery expands.