The Role
Manage day-to-day operations of a large nursery, working with directors to maintain high-quality early years care and learning. Lead and develop the nursery team, grow occupancy, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, health and safety, and statutory requirements. Support or lead Ofsted inspections, drive continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with children, families, and staff.
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About our
Clients
This Beautiful Nursery in Watford are seeking a very experienced Nursery Manager to support the day to day operations of the Nursery, working with the Directors, you will need to have taken a setting through an Ofsted Inspection, have experience of growing Occupancy and Team. Have experience of running a large setting. 40 hour week, 5 days, salary is being offered c£50k depending on experience. Great transport links and onsite parking.
Requirements
What
are Clients are looking for
Essential for the Nursery Manager Role
Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a
management or team-leading role
Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices
Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance
with statutory requirements
Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate
Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes
Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery
Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements
Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
Builds strong relationships with children, families, and staff
Apply today to lead a nursery as the Nursery Manager and make a
real difference in children’s early years!
Benefits
Nursery Manager
Benefits and Perks
Company Pension
Employee Discounted Childcare
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexibility to work around your life commitments
Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done
Skills Required
- Level 3 or above full and relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification
- Minimum 4 years of experience in early years
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a management or team-leading role
- Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding, and health and safety practices
- Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets
- Ability to deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
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The Company
What We Do
JEM Childcare Solutions is a UK-based specialist recruitment agency focused on the Early Years sector. It provides bespoke recruitment services for nurseries and Early Years professionals at all levels, helping childcare providers find suitable staff and candidates find appropriate roles. Based in Reigate, Surrey, the company works with nursery providers across London, the Home Counties, the wider UK, and selected international markets.
