Senior Nursery Manager - EYFS Lead & Ofsted Ready

TEJ Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TEJ Education is recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager for a well-established nursery group in Tooting, South West London. The role leads daily operations, develops the EY team and ensures high standards of care and education for children.

The successful candidate will oversee safeguarding, health & safety, Ofsted readiness and strong parent/carer relationships, while driving occupancy and compliant nursery operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery or senior EY leadership role.
• Level 3 Early Years qualification or higher.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding awareness.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the nursery.
• Motivate and develop the Early Years team.
• Maintain high standards across the EYFS.
• Support safeguarding, health & safety and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Support staff development, supervision and training.
• Maintain Ofsted readiness and overall occupancy/ staffing.

Skills

Nursery management

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

TEJ Education is recruiting an experienced Nursery Manager for a well-established nursery group in Tooting, South West London. The role leads daily operations, develops the EY team and ensures high standards of care and education for children.

The successful candidate will oversee safeguarding, health & safety, Ofsted readiness and strong parent/carer relationships, while driving occupancy and compliant nursery operations.