Nursery Manager Bright Start Nursery London E16 Bright Start Nursery is seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new, purpose-built nursery overlooking the Thames. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture, quality, and success of a new setting from day one. Location: Royal Wharf, London E16 (close to Pontoon Dock, West Silvertown DLR and the Elizabeth Line) Salary: £40,000 £50,000 depending on experience Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (shifts between 07:30 and 18:30) Reporting to: Nursery Director Benefits 35 days holiday including bank holidays Nest pension 3 paid INSET days per year Fully funded training and CPD Annual discretionary bonus Discounted childcare Team social events The Role You will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of the nursery, ensuring outstanding outcomes for children, high standards of care and education, and full regulatory compliance. You will lead and inspire a team of early years professionals while building strong partnerships with families. Key Responsibilities Lead the nursery to deliver high-quality EYFS provision and continuous improvement Ensure compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding, health and safety, and statutory requirements Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead or support the DSL where delegated Recruit, manage, develop, and retain a motivated and high-performing staff team Carry out staff supervisions, appraisals, coaching, and pe