Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) in Maida Vale, London - Family-Run Nursery Group
Up to £50,000 salary (9-12 month fixed-term contract with potential for permanent position post-contract)
Location: Maida Vale, London
Our client is a family-run nursery group with a strong reputation across London for warm, high-quality early years care. They're looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead one of their settings on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract, with a genuine chance to move into a permanent management role at another nursery within the group once this contract ends.
This is a genuine opportunity to lead in a family-run nursery group built around a clear mission: helping every child build confidence, independence and a love of learning from day one. You'll join a team the group describes as supportive, with mentorship from experienced early years professionals and real investment in your ongoing development, within a business that's actively growing and opening new sites. If you're looking for a management role within a company that puts genuine care into both its children and its staff, this is worth a look.
On offer is a strong £50,000 salary, a genuinely supportive family-run culture, and a benefits package that goes well beyond the basics.
Working pattern
Full-time hours worked across a 4-day week (8am-6pm), giving you 3 days off every week.
Key responsibilities
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Safeguarding and welfare: Ensuring every child is safe, protected and well cared for in line with legal requirements.
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Team leadership: Supervising, training and supporting staff, including performance management and professional development.
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Curriculum and compliance: Overseeing delivery of a high-quality EYFS curriculum and ensuring the setting meets all Ofsted, safeguarding and health & safety requirements.
About you
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Experienced: At least 9-12 months' experience as a Nursery Manager or significant experience as a Deputy Manager in a childcare setting.
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Qualified: Level 3 Early Years Educator as a minimum, with Level 5 or above preferred.
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Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of EYFS, curriculum planning, child development, and Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
What's in it for you
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A Medical Cashback Plan worth over £1,000 a year, covering GP access, health screening, dental, optical and more.
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Blue Light Card discounts, a manager bonus incentive, and long service rewards.
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32 days annual leave including 8 bank holidays and 4 personal wellbeing days.
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Nursery Manager (Maida Vale) in London employer: Love Childcare Recruitment
Join a pioneering boutique nursery in Barnes, where you will have the unique opportunity to shape a nurturing environment from the ground up. With a competitive salary of £39-41k, comprehensive training, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development, this role offers a supportive work culture that values emotional growth and relationship-centred practice. Experience the joy of leading a dedicated team in a beautifully designed space that prioritises children's emotional development and fosters meaningful connections with families.
Contact Details:
Love Childcare Recruitment Recruitment Team
