Nursery Manager - Camden area, Central London
Are you a passionate Early Years leader ready to take your career to the next level?
Our client, a well-established and intimate nursery setting in the heart of London, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to lead a small team and continue their commitment to excellence in early years education and care.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, high-performing organisation and drive continuous improvement while nurturing a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.
• Inspire, develop, and manage the team to deliver outstanding care and high-quality early years education.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Work closely with Regional and Finance teams to implement commercial strategies.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, local authorities, and the wider community.
• Embed inclusive practices, supporting children with SEND.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements through continuous quality improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Minimum GCSE Grade C in Maths and English.
• At least 3 years’ experience within a nursery setting.
• Previous experience in a senior Early Years role (Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or similar).
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.
• Outstanding communication, organisation, and decision-making abilities.
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional care and education.
Salary & Benefits
• Competitive salary of £32,500 – £38,000 per annum.
• Performance-based bonus incentives.
• Discounted childcare. • Access to extensive training, CPD, and career progression opportunities. • Comprehensive wellbeing support.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
Additional Information - This is a full-time, permanent position. The role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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