Nursery Manager

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds? We are excited to invite you to become a part of our vibrant team at the Clapham Day Nursery and Pre-School!

The Clapham Day Nursery & Preschool is a warm, welcoming environment where every child's journey begins with curiosity and confidence. Rated Good by Ofsted, our three-storey nursery features spacious, light-filled rooms and a dedicated garden area that encourages outdoor learning, exploration, and play. With excellent transport links via nearby bus stops and tube stations, we offer both convenience for families and a nurturing space for children to thrive.

At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary: £34,500 per annum
• Welcome Bonus: £1,000
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week, all year round
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for our team members
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth
• Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to public transport

As a Nursery Third in Charge, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Enhance children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Support the key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification
• Essential: Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years
• Desirable: Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position
• Desirable: Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating
• Essential: Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements
• Essential: Fluency in written and spoken English

All perks are pro-rata for part-time staff and subject to successful completion of the probationary period. These perks may be subject to further conditions and can be withdrawn or reviewed at the discretion of the company.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

The Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of our children!