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Role Overview

An established nursery in Hammersmith is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a welcoming and supportive team. This is a strong opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional who wants to advance their childcare career while helping deliver high-quality care and education.

The nursery is conveniently placed near Hammersmith and Goldhawk Road stations and features spacious, bright learning areas, strong outdoor facilities, and a caring setting where children can learn, explore, and develop confidently.

What the Position Involves

As Nursery Manager, you will help create a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment for children while guiding and supporting team members to deliver excellent Early Years practice. You will set the tone by leading through example and maintaining high standards in care, education, and safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and day-to-day inspiration for the nursery room team
Design learning activities that encourage children’s growth and engagement
Support children’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development
Help deliver the EYFS framework effectively in practice
Keep accurate observations, records, and learning journals up to date
Encourage a strong key-person approach and the formation of secure attachments
Track children’s progress and support personalised learning plans
Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety requirements are consistently followed
Work closely with parents and carers through clear communication and partnership
Identify training and development needs for team members

Requirements

A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
At least 1 year of experience in an Early Years setting
Good understanding of the EYFS framework and legal/statutory requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A genuine commitment to excellent childcare and education
The ability to lead positively and support colleagues well
Previous experience in a senior or supervisory Early Years position is desirable
Knowledge of Ofsted expectations and inspection standards is desirable
Experience mentoring staff and supporting team development is desirable

Benefits

Annual salary of £34,840
£1,000 welcome bonus
75% childcare discount for employees
Enhanced annual leave plus bank holidays
Extra paid day off on your birthday
Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support
Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
Refer-a-friend reward scheme offering up to £750
Excellent transport connections
Friendly and supportive team culture

Working Pattern

This is a full-time, all-year-round role with 40 hours per week. Working days are Monday to Friday, with shifts scheduled between 7:30am and 6:30pm.

Additional Information

This position is not term-time only.

Nursery Manager