Nursery Area Manager | Tottenham & Wood Green | Full Time | Working hours are 4045 hours per week, Monday to Friday | £40,000£44,000 + Partnership Success Bonus
Whats in it for you?
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.
Why this role stands out:
Real Leadership: Directors are seeking a true strategic partner, not another employee
High Impact: Clear challenges with measurable successand 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, weve supported and nurtured 1,500+ children in North London
Agile, Family-Run: No red tapeyour 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 7080% (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 organisations 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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