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Date Added: Mon 09/03/2026

Nursery Manager

Wandsworth, SW15, UK
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Company: BEST START RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £41000 - £52000/annum

Nursery Manager - Wandsworth

Full time and part time option available

Salary from £41 to £52k

56 place nursery

Benefits

· Full- or part-time available

· The freedom to lead and grow: this is your chance to shape the role and use your vision to build something special.

· Additional leave and company pension.

· Access to health and well-being programs, with support for your continued professional development.

· Parking space

· Free staff snacks and refreshments in staff area

· Birthday off

· Flexibility in hours when needed

· Annual Christmas celebration

· Termly team events

· Employee bonus structure

What we're looking for

· A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years (Level 5 or above preferred).

· At least 2 years' experience in a management role within an early years setting, ideally with experience in Ofsted inspections.

· Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, Ofsted frameworks, and best-practice early years pedagogy.

· Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team. Someone who leads by example and is caring and nurturing to both children and staff.

· Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. You'll be ready to hit the ground running and shape the future with us.

Salary starting: £41,000 pro rata (based on ~full time)

Best Start recruitment want to help you to make the right choice in your next career move. If you meet the criteria set above, or would like Early Years Career advice please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.

We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies
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