Nursery Manager

An independent bilingual (French and English) day nursery located near Tufnell Park station seeks an experienced Nursery Manager to join its expanding team of 20 staff. The nursery has a capacity for approximately 50 children aged from babies to five years old and prides itself as one of the leading French‑speaking Early Years providers in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to GBP 50,000 per annum. 7 weeks paid annual leave (plus bank holidays) with an additional day for each year of employment, 5 paid sick days, a day off for birthday, progression opportunities, in‑house training with leading industry names, and participation in an end‑of‑year bonus scheme.

Responsibilities

• Draw up long‑term, medium‑term, and sessional curriculum plans in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, and monitor the effectiveness of the setting’s curriculum.
• Effectively lead, develop, and manage a large team to ensure children are cared for in a happy, safe, and stimulating environment.
• Motivate and lead the team to achieve outstanding practice.
• Plan, review, and implement industry and legislative developments to ensure compliance and a forward‑thinking approach.
• Work in partnership with parents and carers.
• Act as the setting’s designated Child Protection Officer.
• Manage a fully operational budget.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and OFSTED requirements.
• Embrace, adopt, and implement company initiatives and ideas to support the organisation’s aims and values.

Qualifications & Experience

• Early Years Degree (preferred).
• Previous experience managing a nursery of a similar size.
• Experience leading exceptional childcare standards and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety and OFSTED requirements.
• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets and KPIs.
• Applicant will need to complete an enhanced DBS (CRB).

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