Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
A leadership role with genuine influence
Little Ducklings Nursery is looking for an experienced, warm and capable Nursery Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of our setting. You will have the authority to lead the team, strengthen practice and ensure that every child receives safe, inclusive and inspiring early education and care.
This is a substantial leadership appointment, not simply a caretaker role. You will work directly with the Nursery Director and be supported by an experienced Admin Manager, established Room Leaders and a wider support team. That structure allows you to focus on the work where a strong Nursery Manager adds the greatest value: childrens outcomes, safeguarding, quality, people and culture.
The appointment is fixed term because it provides leadership during a period of long-term absence. We are offering a clearly defined term of at least 9 months and completion reward ( £1000 bonus for successfully complete the term and handover) to give candidates greater certainty. Although a permanent role cannot be guaranteed, we will discuss suitable longer-term opportunities if the nurserys future structure and business needs allow.
What you will lead
The safe, smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the nursery, including staffing, deployment, ratios, rotas and operational decision-making.
A strong safeguarding culture, consistent compliance with the EYFS, Ofsted requirements, health and safety and safer recruitment, alongside effective audits and inspection readiness.
High-quality delivery of the Little Ducklings curriculum across every room, with childrens individual needs, interests, wellbeing and development at the centre.
Room Leaders and practitioners through visible leadership, coaching, supervision, feedback, performance support and clear accountability.
Purposeful staff meetings, leadership meetings and training that strengthen knowledge, confidence and consistent practice. xgikmsk
Positive partnerships with parents and carers, local schools, external professionals, community organisations and other services supporting children and families.
What will help you succeed
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Nursery Manager in Fulham employer: Little Ducklings Nurseries
Little Ducklings Nursery is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and wellbeing of its staff. With a supportive leadership structure, including direct guidance from the Nursery Director and a dedicated admin team, employees can focus on delivering high-quality early education while enjoying benefits such as funded training, childcare discounts, and a health and wellbeing programme. Located in London SW6, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's lives within a nurturing and inclusive environment.
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Little Ducklings Nurseries Recruitment Team
