At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing nursery environment, ensuring smooth operations and inspiring your team.
- Company: Join Katey’s House nurseries, part of the Chalk Nursery Group, dedicated to child development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 31 days leave, free meals, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a vibrant community atmosphere await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive and fun environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and leadership experience in an early years setting.
The predicted salary is between 35862 - 43832 £ per year.
Location: Ham Playing Fields, Near Richmond-Upon-Thames / Twickenham
Job Type: Full-time (typically 40 hours per week, flexible working options may be available)
About Us
At Katey’s House nurseries, part of the Chalk Nursery Group, we believe in creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children are supported to thrive — emotionally, socially, and academically. Katey’s Ham offers a unique balance of indoor learning and outdoor adventure across five acres of fields, astro-turf, and playgrounds. Our approach blends structured learning with free exploration in nature, boosting focus, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This is a setting where the outdoors is an extension of the classroom, and children grow in confidence every day. The nursery is a 48-place setting situated by the river, offering a peaceful, spacious environment within reach of surrounding communities.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Nursery Manager to lead our Kingston setting. As the face and heartbeat of the nursery, you will:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth running of the nursery and compliance with all regulatory standards
- Provide strong leadership to the team, managing performance, development, and recruitment
- Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and uphold a robust culture of safeguarding
- Take ownership of curriculum planning, ensuring it reflects the EYFS and promotes quality learning through play
- Act as SENCO and lead on behaviour management
- Build warm, professional relationships with parents, children and the wider community
- Manage health and safety, risk assessments and policy reviews
- Drive enrolments and parent engagement through nursery tours, open days, and local outreach
- Maintain high standards in all areas, including compliance with Ofsted, health & safety, and safeguarding legislation
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 (minimum) qualification in Early Years (Level 5 or above preferred)
- Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years setting
- Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted frameworks
- Excellent communication, people management and organisational skills
- A warm, proactive and resilient leader with a passion for early childhood development
- SENCO training, Paediatric First Aid and Designated Safeguarding Lead training (or willingness to undertake)
What We Offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- 31 days of annual leave (including paid time off at Christmas)
- Regular staff social events and recognition initiatives
- Free access to expert wellbeing support, daily check-ins, and virtual health consultations via the Symbio app
- Discounted childcare
- Free meals on shift
- Full uniform provided
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A genuinely supportive team and leadership structure
All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children – all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Nursery Manager in Twickenham employer: Chalk Nursery Group
Chalk Nursery Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in the picturesque West of England, employees benefit from a vibrant community atmosphere and opportunities for continuous development in early years education. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and high-quality learning, this role not only allows you to lead a passionate team but also to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
