Nursery Manager

N Family Club; Brixton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An early-years education provider in Brixton is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead and inspire a dedicated team. The successful candidate will foster a safe and nurturing environment, delivering high-quality education. Additionally, this role involves managing budgets, enhancing community relationships, and championing safeguarding practices. Experience as a Nursery Manager and a Level 3 Early Years qualification are essential. Join a company that values creativity in education and offers top salaries and outstanding benefits.

Benefits

Performance bonus up to 25%

Up to 38 days holiday

£100 annual learning fund

40% childcare discount

Loyalty rewards system

Qualifications

• Two years of previous experience as a Nursery Manager (required).
• Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements across the UK.
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and commitment to remain compliant.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Lead your team to deliver outstanding education.
• Champion safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Oversee health and safety and EYFS compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Customer service

Safeguarding knowledge

Team development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 6 qualification

Job description

Nursery Manager

Department: Nursery Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brixton, London

Reporting To: Stacey Bailey

Compensation: £45,926 - £65,354 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team.
• Lead your team to deliver outstanding education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum.
• Be a people leader – recruiting, developing, and nurturing a brilliant team.
• Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed.
• Take ownership of your nursery’s performance, delivering commercial success while maintaining our quality.
• Oversee health and safety, risk assessments, and EYFS compliance to ensure smooth and safe operations.
• Engage with the local community and key partners, proudly representing N Family and building lasting connections.
• Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding.
• Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.

Qualifications

• Two years of previous experience as a Nursery Manager (required).
• Experience of large or multi-site nurseries (desirable).
• Experience in retaining and hiring new team members.
• Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements and inspection processes across the UK.
• Experience in managing budgets, including capacity and team deployment, management of performance, and reporting metrics.
• A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service.
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above). A Level 6 qualification is desirable.
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours), First Aid at Work, and a commitment to remain compliant.
• Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and willingness to update regularly.
• A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children.
• A love for building and maintaining strong parent partnerships.
• A solid decision-maker with the ability to support and achieve our WIGs (Wildly Important Goals).

The N Advantage package

• Competitive salary – £45,926 - £65,354 per annum
• Performance bonus – Up to 25% of base salary + £1000.
• The N Partnership – Our shares programme, giving all our managers motivation and rewards for delivering our plan and growth ambitions.
• Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 38 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
• Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
• Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
• Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

Additional benefits

• Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off!
• Leadership events – Our annual leadership conference for all managers to come together, share experiences, and build upon our culture.
• N Coaching & Mentoring – Access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes.
• Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
• Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
• And much, much more!

Why N Brixton?

Join our fantastic team at this vibrant 142-place nursery nestled in the heart of Brixton, South West London. Getting here is a breeze! With local buses and nearby stations just a short walk away.

Why N Family Club?

At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first.

Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career you’ll love.

What’s next?

If you think you got what it takes, click apply and fill in our quick application form. For more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.