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Operational Manager

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We’re looking for an inspiring Operational Manager to join our client’s growing Early Years team!

Are you an experienced Early Years leader who thrives on making a positive difference? Do you have the energy, knowledge and can-do, will-do attitude to support multiple nursery settings and help teams deliver exceptional outcomes for children?

Our client is looking for a hands-on, proactive Operational Manager to provide leadership across a group of nurseries, working closely with Nursery Managers, staff, children and families to create outstanding environments where every child can thrive.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective running of the settings, while supporting and developing the people within them. You’ll:

  * Provide hands-on operational leadership across multiple nursery settings.

  * Support Nursery Managers with staffing, rotas, budgets, occupancy and performance.

  * Coach, motivate and develop managers and staff teams to achieve high standards.

  * Champion safeguarding, compliance and exceptional Early Years practice.

  * Ensure settings meet EYFS, Ofsted and company requirements.

  * Lead training and drive meaningful continuous improvement.

  * Work alongside the Quality Manager and external agencies where required.

  * Support SEND processes, audits, observations and quality assurance.

  * Build positive relationships with parents, carers and local communities.

  * Step into a leadership role when required, providing practical support within settings.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Early Years and confident leading people and operations.

You’ll need:

  * A Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification (or equivalent).

  * Proven leadership and management experience within an Early Years or multi-site environment.

  * Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding legislation.

  * Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

  * A positive, proactive and hands-on approach.

  * The ability to inspire, coach and develop teams.

  * A genuine passion for achieving the very best outcomes for children.

Why this role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional to have a real impact across multiple settings, supporting talented teams and helping to shape high-quality provision.

If you’re a confident leader who brings positivity, integrity and a solution-focused mindset — and you’re passionate about creating exceptional experiences for children and families — we’d love to hear from you

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