Nursery & Crèche Services Manager

Posting date:	05 February 2026
Salary:	£45,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	07 March 2026
Location:	London, UK
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Ecruit
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	NCSM London UK

Summary

Nursery and Crèche Services Manager - £45,000 per annum - London W10 5XL
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Lead a Team, Shape a Service, and Boost Your Career

Imagine leading a passionate team, managing resources that directly impact local families, and having your work recognized in the community. As Nursery and Crèche Services Manager at Westway Trust, you’ll be in the driver’s seat – guiding a team, making key decisions, and seeing your leadership grow, all while improving the lives of children in North Kensington.

Why This Role Is Perfect for You:

Grow Your Leadership Skills: Lead a talented team of childcare professionals and help shape the future of early education in the community. This role gives you the chance to build a strong leadership profile.
Boost Your Career Visibility: Represent Westway Trust at community events and build valuable connections. As you grow the service, your reputation as a leader in early years education will expand.
Develop Your Decision-Making Skills: Own the budget and resources. Your choices will directly impact service delivery and sustainability, allowing you to develop your financial and strategic thinking.
Create Lasting Change: By improving our Ofsted rating and service delivery, you’ll be able to see the real, positive outcomes of your leadership and hard work.
What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead and inspire your team: You’ll be managing, guiding, and developing your team to ensure high-quality care and education for children.
Make key decisions: Manage the nursery’s budget and resources, shaping how the service runs and ensuring long-term success.
Engage with the community: Represent Westway Trust at local events, build partnerships, and raise your profile as an expert in early years education.
Monitor and improve: You’ll play a crucial role in improving service quality, ensuring we maintain our Ofsted rating, and finding new ways to serve the community.
What We’re Looking For:

Experience & qualifications: A Level 3 childcare qualification and at least 2 years of experience managing a nursery or similar service. A Level 3 Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete) is required.
Leadership skills: You know how to motivate and develop a team to achieve high standards.
Clear communication: You can write reports, engage with staff and parents, and build strong relationships with external partners.
Problem-solving mindset: You’re proactive in identifying challenges and improving the service for the children and families.
Nice to Have:

Knowledge of local issues in North Kensington.
Experience with community engagement or volunteers.
Flexibility to work some evenings or weekends when needed.
Why You’ll Love This Role:

Real career growth: Get hands-on leadership experience, manage budgets, and make strategic decisions that shape the future of the service.
Increase your community presence: Work closely with local partners and raise your profile as a leader in early childhood education.
Job satisfaction: See the direct impact of your decisions on children’s lives, knowing you’re helping local families.
Work-life balance: Regular hours and a supportive team allow you to enjoy both your career and personal life.
How to Apply:

Ready to take on this challenge?