Nursery Manager - SE22 - 45 hours per week - £35,000

Tinies; London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in South London is seeking a Nursery Manager to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. The successful candidate will lead dedicated teams to deliver outstanding care, manage nursery performance, and drive engagement initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Benefits

Health insurance

Staff events

Qualifications

• Experience in a Nursery Manager role.
• Proven ability to develop high-performance teams.
• Strong knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursery teams to deliver outstanding care.
• Drive employee engagement and performance.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Manager - SE22 - 45 hours per week - £35,000, South London

Client:

South London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

b222c68fff54

Job Views:

58

Posted:

24.06.2025

Expiry Date:

08.08.2025

Job Description:

Overview: An opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager position in a nurturing setting that values a warm and stimulating environment for children. The role involves leading a dedicated team to provide high-quality care and foster a love for learning.

Benefits:

• Salary - £35,000 per year
• Staff events
• Health insurance

Requirements:

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Experience in a Nursery Manager role
• Experience with regulatory inspections
• Proven ability to develop high-performance teams and ensure regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and legislative requirements
• Excellent relationship-building skills with colleagues, parents, and partners

Responsibilities:

• Lead nursery teams to deliver outstanding care
• Drive employee engagement and performance
• Collaborate with HR for recruitment and diversity initiatives
• Mentor staff to ensure high-quality practice and support children with special needs
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Develop succession plans and nurture talent
• Work with regional teams to implement growth strategies
• Manage nursery performance to meet financial targets
• Engage with local authorities to support nursery practice