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Nursery Manager New Nursery Opening Islington

23 Days Old

Nursery Manager New Nursery Opening (Islington)

From £45,000 per year | 40 hours per week
Start Date: Nursery opening end of March 2026

Location: Islington, London
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery setting opening in Islington in March 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong leader who wants to shape a high-quality early years environment from the very beginning.

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing the team, creating an excellent learning culture, ensuring full compliance, and driving the operational success of the nursery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the full set-up and launch of the nursery ahead of the March 2026 opening

  • Recruit, mentor, and manage the nursery team

  • Ensure high standards of safeguarding, EYFS delivery, and health & safety

  • Manage occupancy, parent relationships, and overall nursery performance

  • Handle budgeting, staffing, rotas, documentation, and regulatory compliance

  • Create a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment for children and families

  • Build strong community and local partnerships

Requirements

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) essential

  • Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or very strong Deputy Manager

  • Deep understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and quality practice

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

  • Confidence in opening or scaling a nursery setting

  • Ambitious, reliable, and committed to excellence

Benefits

  • Salary from £45,000 per year (dependent on experience)

  • 40-hour full-time contract

  • Opportunity to shape a new nursery from the ground up

  • Supportive leadership team and long-term career progression

  • Professional development and training

How to Apply

Please upload your CV via Totaljobs.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.


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Location:
City Of London
Salary:
£45,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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