Quality And Performance Manager

Creative Explorers Early Years Group is setting a new standard for early years education through Ofsted Outstanding and Good-rated nurseries across North London, providing curiosity-led learning for children aged 0-5. The organisation combines creative exploration with structured routines, a focus on health and wellbeing, and strong partnerships with families to deliver meaningful developmental outcomes. Early years professionals are supported to grow through the in-house Elevate programme, which strengthens practice from curriculum leadership to daily routines. Creative Explorers is fast-paced and people-focused, investing in innovation such as AI tools to reduce administrative workload and sector-leading initiatives like Nourish to advance health and wellbeing. The culture is rooted in continuous improvement and hands-on leadership that turns high expectations into consistent excellence.

Role Description

The Quality and Performance Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in London, responsible for driving high standards across multiple early years settings. This role oversees the monitoring and evaluation of nursery performance, including quality of teaching and learning, safeguarding practices, health and safety, and compliance with regulatory and internal frameworks. The manager reviews performance data, conducts audits and observations, and provides clear action plans and follow-up to ensure continuous improvement. They collaborate closely with nursery leaders and teams to coach, mentor, and deliver targeted training that strengthens practice and outcomes for children and families. The role also supports strategic planning, contributes to budget and resource decisions related to quality initiatives, and communicates progress and risks to senior leadership in a timely, transparent manner.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong analytical skills to interpret performance data, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Candidates should possess effective communication skills to engage staff, families, and stakeholders, and to provide clear feedback and reporting.
• Candidates should possess performance management skills to set expectations, monitor quality, and lead improvement plans across multiple settings.
• Candidates should possess training and coaching skills to design and deliver professional development that strengthens day-to-day practice.
• Candidates should possess budgeting and resource management skills to align quality and performance goals with operational and financial plans.
• Relevant experience in early years or education quality assurance, including familiarity with Ofsted frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to lead change, influence diverse teams, and work in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Professional qualification in early years, education, or a related field (e.g., Level 3 or above, degree or equivalent) is highly beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing.

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