*We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Manager Are you a passionate and experienced childcare professional ready to lead a vibrant nursery in the heart of South East London? Join The Park Nursery and help us shape a nurturing, stimulating environment where children truly thrive. *About Us:* Nestled in the beautiful green surroundings of South East London, The Park Nursery is a well-established early years setting that puts children at the centre of everything we do. Our team is dedicated to providing outstanding care, learning, and development in a warm and welcoming space. *The Role:* As Nursery Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the nursery, leading a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and early years education in line with the EYFS framework. You'll be instrumental in maintaining our excellent reputation and driving continuous improvement. *Key Responsibilities:* * Oversee all operational aspects of the nursery * Lead, motivate, and support a team of Early Years Practitioners * Ensure the nursery meets Ofsted standards and follows EYFS requirements * Develop strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and staff * Manage budgets, staff rotas, and occupancy levels * Promote a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment for all children *About You:* * Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or above) * At least 2 years of leadership experience in an early years setting * Sound knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures * Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills * A genuine passion for early years education and making a difference *What We Offer:* * Paycare Medical Cover -contributions towards everything from dental and optical cover to free same day GP appointments and Lifestyle Assessment. * We are pleased to now offer a *75% childcare discount* to our staff, supporting working parents in balancing their careers and family life * MyGym / MyActive discounts – up to 25% off your monthly gym fees and from all your gym clothing and equipment. All types of gyms covered, from David Lloyds to your local council-run leisure centre. * Paycare Perks – shopping discounts from over 300 High Street stores including Sainsburys, John Lewis, H&M, Boots and New Look. * Recommend a Friend – earn up to £1,500 for each recruit once you join us by recommending us to others you know. * Training and Development – benefit from our sector-leading, regular training programmes that helps us ensure every child in our care has the very best start for their lifetime of learning. * Plus 33 days holiday including bank holidays *We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.* We expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo comprehensive suitability checks, including: * Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check * Appropriate employment references * Verification of qualifications * Right to work checks * Completion of all safer recruitment requirements All appointments are subject to satisfactory clearance of these checks in line with our Safeguarding Policy. *Ready to make your mark as a Nursery Manager at The Park Nursery?* *We’d love to hear from you Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: * Company pension * Employee discount * Referral programme Work Location: In person