Nursery Manager in Bexleyheath

Location: Bexley, South East London

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Start date: September 2026

Start Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum (Shift Pattern Basis)

Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to lead an exciting new nursery provision? We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery opening within a highly regarded and well-established primary school in Bexley. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and develop a new early years setting from the ground up, creating an inspiring, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive.

The nursery forms part of a successful primary school community that has been recognised by Ofsted for its strong leadership, positive learning culture, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are highly valued, professional development is actively encouraged, and children benefit from a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will play a pivotal role in establishing outstanding practice, ensuring high standards of care and education, and building strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the wider school community.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the successful launch and ongoing development of the nursery provision
• Managing and supporting nursery staff to deliver exceptional early years education and care
• Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations
• Creating a stimulating, inclusive, and child-centred learning environment
• Monitoring children's progress and ensuring high-quality learning experiences
• Managing nursery budgets, resources, and operational procedures
• Building positive partnerships with parents and carers
• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards across the setting
• Working collaboratively with the wider school leadership team

The Ideal Candidate

• A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 minimum, Level 5 or above desirable)
• Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or senior leadership role within an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
• Proven leadership and staff management experience
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for young children
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead a brand-new nursery from its inception
• A permanent full-time position within a successful and supportive school community
• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £39,000 per annum
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• A welcoming and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences

To apply for this Nursery Manager role, please get in touch today. We are recruiting for this Nursery Manager position now and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Nursery Manager, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Nursery Manager position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent, must be declared.