Nursery Early Years Childcare Director

4 weeks ago


Barnet, Greater London, United Kingdom Bright Horizons UK Full time £42,524
Nursery Manager Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our Bright Horizons East Barnet nursery, located close to Arnos Grove and Southgate stations.

About the Role

This is a full-time position that requires a qualified Nursery Manager to oversee the daily operations of our 86-place setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Early Years education and leadership, with experience in managing a team and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Leading a team of Early Years professionals to deliver outstanding care and education to children
  • Developing and implementing high-quality pedagogy and practice
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted rating
  • Working in partnership with the Regional Director, Finance, and Marketing teams to drive commercial growth and optimize revenue generation
  • Engaging with the Local Authority to understand the local offer and support practice in all areas of the nursery
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, annual salary reviews, and a range of benefits, including:

  • Above industry-standard salary
  • ~£2,000 bonus when your team achieves Outstanding Ofsted (or 5/6 combined Care Inspectorate rating)
  • Discounted childcare of 100% for the first child
  • 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
  • Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes, and mental health support
  • Financial support through early access to wages, low-interest debt consolidation loans, and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities, and days out
  • Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
  • Employee Appreciation throughout the year, including our annual Awards of Excellence gala's
  • Happy to Talk Flexible Working
About Us

Bright Horizons UK is a leading provider of childcare and education services, with over 300 nurseries across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and education to children, and we are proud to have been voted Great Place to Work every year since [year].

We are also proud to have established the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity, which supports the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations.


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