At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team to create a nurturing environment for children.
- Company: Join The Learning Experience, a modern nursery with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days leave, medical cashback, life insurance, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Autonomy to shape your centre and excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: 3 years' experience in early years management and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 36626 - 44765 £ per year.
Nursery Manager at The Learning Experience UK
At The Learning Experience , we create inspiring nurseries where children can learn, play and grow. Our purpose-built settings and supportive teams provide the best start for young learners.
We’re now looking for a
Nursery Manager to lead our East Finchley nursery, ensuring outstanding standards, compliance, and growth.
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Medical cashback plan (covering up to 4 dependants)
- Life insurance
- Perk Box - discounts & wellness perks
- Company-funded staff events
- Ongoing training and career development
Eligibility
The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment.
Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
The Role
As Nursery Manager, you will
- Lead, mentor and inspire a team of early years professionals.
- Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards.
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Manage nursery operations, including staffing, ratios and rotas.
- Drive occupancy, parent satisfaction, and financial performance.
- Build trusted relationships with families, staff, and external partners.
- Recruit and support the team
About You
- Minimum 3 years’ experience managing an early years setting.
- Proven success in leading a nursery rated Good or Outstanding.
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, child protection and health & safety.
- Leadership skills with experience in team development and performance management.
- Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
- Level 2 Maths Qualification
- Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding training.
- Experience in budget management and staff deployment.
- Coaching/mentoring experience.
- Degree in Early Childhood Studies, EYTT or QTS.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a modern, supportive nursery environment.
You’ll enjoy autonomy to shape your centre, strong company benefits, and the chance to grow your career while helping children thrive.
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Nursery Manager in London employer: The Learning Experience UK
At The Learning Experience UK, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment for both our employees and the children in our care. As a Qualified Nursery Lunch Cover at our new Leatherhead location, you will enjoy a range of benefits including discounted childcare, paid birthday leave, and a comprehensive employee assistance programme, all while being part of a passionate team committed to making a positive impact in the community. Join us in fostering a culture of recognition and growth, where your contributions are valued and your professional development is encouraged.
Contact Details:
The Learning Experience UK Recruitment Team
