Area Manager (Early Years) | Tottenham & Wood Green | Full Time | Working hours are 40–45 hours per week, Monday to Friday | £40,000–£44,000 + Partnership Success Bonus
This is an outstanding opportunity to join our client, a thriving, family-run Early Years organisation, as the senior leader across two vibrant North London nurseries. This role offers real autonomy, strategic influence, and the chance to shape their expansion plans for 2026.
What’s in it for you?
Real Leadership: Directors are seeking a true strategic partner, not another employee
High Impact: Clear challenges with measurable success—and bonus rewards linked to achievement
Expanding Future: Play a central role in our 2026 growth plans
Diverse Culture: Staff and children speak over 10 languages, creating an enriching environment
Community Legacy: Since 2011, we’ve supported and nurtured 1,500+ children in North London
Agile, Family-Run: No red tape—your ideas go straight to decision-makers
Beautiful Environments: Both sites offer excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces
Your Voice Matters: Influence organisational direction and curriculum development
Exceptional Rewards Package
* Competitive Salary & Bonus: £40,000–£44,000 base + up to 25% partnership bonus (potential earnings £55,000+ for exceptional performance)
* Childcare Benefits: First month free + up to 50% staff discount
* Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance (Vitality) + bereavement support leave
* Generous Leave: 31 days holiday, including Christmas closure, plus your birthday off
* Financial Benefits: Pension contributions + referral bonuses
* Convenience: Free on-site parking at both settings
Are you the right person for the job?
Our client is seeking an experienced Area Manager who thrives within dynamic, diverse, community-rooted settings.
Essential Requirements
* 6+ years in Early Years management with a minimum Level 3 qualification
* Experience contributing to or achieving ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted outcomes
* Strong safeguarding and Child Protection knowledge
* Confident decision-maker with strong commercial, administrative, compliance, and record-keeping skills
* Proven ability to recruit, induct, develop, and supervise high-performing teams
* Skilled in building professional, trusted relationships with parents and families
Leadership Qualities
* Strategic thinker capable of delivering occupancy targets without compromising quality
* Strong understanding of continuous improvement within regulated environments
* Ensures staff training, qualifications, and compliance are consistently maintained
* Builds positive, professional relationships with staff and families
Desirable
Corporate nursery experience, Paediatric First Aid qualification, management training, or knowledge of government funding processes.
What will your role look like?
The successful candidate will divide their time between Tottenham HQ (60%) and Wood Green (40%), leading two Ofsted ‘Good’ settings with a combined capacity of 130+ children.
During the first 6 months, you will focus on three strategic priorities:
Growth Driver
* Increase Wood Green occupancy to 70–80% (linked to bonus scheme)
* Lead marketing and community engagement initiatives
Learning Excellence
* Embed strong learning journeys from entry to graduation
* Implement robust assessment and observation frameworks
* Support curriculum refinement and development
Team Optimisation
* Lead and develop a diverse team of 20+ staff
* Improve staffing structures, rotas, and deployment
* Drive professional development, wellbeing, and retention
The Bigger Picture
The Area Manager will lead both settings toward Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ while strengthening systems to prepare for the organisation’s expansion in 2026 and beyond.
Ready to Lead Their Next Chapter?
If you are a high-calibre Early Years professional seeking a role with genuine leadership, influence, and long-term impact, our client would love to hear from you.
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