Nursery Manager
Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
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Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
Location: | Wimbledon |
Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | 1335392507 |
Summary
Nursery Manager – Up to £50,000
Level 3 Qualified | Leadership Role | Beautiful Setting | Excellent Staff Benefits
Our client, a well-loved and long-established early years setting, is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead their dedicated team. The nursery is proudly set within a beautifully converted house, offering a nurturing and homely environment for both children and staff.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 qualified nursery professional with previous experience as a Nursery Manager, who has successfully led settings through Ofsted inspections, achieving Good or Outstanding ratings. The service values a personable, hands-on leadership style and a commitment to creating a warm, inclusive culture for families and staff alike.
As Nursery Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring high standards of care, learning, and compliance. You’ll lead with confidence, compassion, and a genuine passion for early years education.
This is a full-time, permanent role with great opportunities for growth and recognition within a supportive team.
What You’ll Need
- Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Proven experience as a Nursery Manager
- Strong track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
- In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
- Confident leadership with excellent communication and organisational skills
- A warm, approachable, and professional manner
- Passion for creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive space for young children
Why Join This Nursery?
- Christmas closure to enjoy the festive season with loved ones
- Discounted childcare for your own family
- An extra day off for your birthday – because you deserve it
- Wellbeing support and programme to care for your mental health
- Long service awards to celebrate your dedication
- Annual leave that increases with service
- Regular team events to connect and unwind
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the nursery team, fostering a positive and inclusive environment
- Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, education, and care for all children
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, including the EYFS and Ofsted
- Prepare for and lead successful Ofsted inspections
- Support staff development through mentoring, supervision, and appraisals
- Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers
- Oversee nursery budgets and administrative duties
- Promote the nursery’s ethos and values across the setting
Reference: WILL130374/DB
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