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
- PerkBox - 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.
Nursery Manager 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
