An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to join a well-established private nursery in Blackheath, London, offering a supportive environment, excellent benefits and a pro rata salary of up to £40,000.As a Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.You will be responsible for:Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the nursery in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.Mentoring and supporting a team of early years professionals, fostering a culture of continuous development.Managing recruitment, staff training, and regular performance reviews.Building positive relationships with parents and carers, ensuring open communication and a collaborative approach to child development.Overseeing budgets, occupancy levels, funding applications, and overall financial sustainability.What we are looking for:Previously worked as a Nursery Manager or in a similar role.Minimum of Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (Level 5 or above desirable).Proven experience in nursery management or a senior leadership role within an early years setting.In-depth knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding, and Ofsted regulations.Understanding of SEND, funding processes, and experience with local authority partnerships is ..... full job details .....