Overview
Nursery Manager - Loughton
This is a BRAND-NEW private day nursery due to open September 2026. This is a Montessori setting the cater to 120 children, we require a Montessori trained manager.
This will be the 4th site opening by the organization that already has 3 sites in East London since 1991.
Salary up to: £48,000 per annum
Responsibilities
* Plan and launch your new nursery
* Ensure compliance whilst adding value to children, parents and team
* Manage and coach a large team
* Deliver on the job training, guidance and support to the team
* Build and maintain excellent relationships with parents
* Be responsible for all planning and logistics, running the nursery routine, managing sufficient ratios and rotas
* Risk assess the nursery through the day, every day, and actioning; maintaining and critically assessing all policies, procedures and practice to drive improvements
* To effectively lead and manage the staff team including recruitment and retention, providing day to day guidance, training and support to all staff.
* To ensure all policies, procedures and curriculums are implemented and adhered to at all times
* To effectively manage the budgets and occupancy levels
* To implement an effective parent liaison program, to be influential in developing strong links with parents
* To manage all day to day operations of the nursery
* Work occasional weekends for local marketing and experiential events to support the nursery launch
Desirable Skills/Qualifications
* Hold a Montessori diploma
* At least 2 recent years' experience as nursery manager
* Able to lead and manage professional childcare teams, to deliver high standards and results.
* Knowledge of Record Keeping and Key Worker Systems
* A rigorous understanding of the EYFS and the ability to fully implement all of it requirements
* A clear understanding of Ofsted's requirements and current legislation
* Adaptable - able to work hands on and in an office setting
* Ability to write clear reports and communicate clearly in spoken and written form.
* The successful candidate must have a proven track record in Nursery Management and with strong leadership skills.
Licence/Certification
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* Must hold a Montessori Diploma
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
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