Nursery Manager

Location: Hither Green Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: 3 months initially, with potential to extend Age Group: Early Years Start: ASAP Humly is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to join a…

Pay rate £16 – £20/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 14 August 2026

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About this contract

Location: Hither Green
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: 3 months initially, with potential to extend
Age Group: Early Years
Start: ASAP

Humly is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to join a welcoming early years setting in Lewisham, on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential to extend.

The setting provides a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to learn through play, explore their surroundings and develop confidence and independence. With a strong focus on children's individual needs, the nursery offers a varied programme of engaging activities designed to support learning and development.

About the Setting

Children benefit from a range of creative, sensory and imaginative activities, alongside opportunities for outdoor play, physical development and exploration. The setting places a strong emphasis on creating positive relationships and providing children with enjoyable, enriching experiences each day.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you'll take a lead role in the day-to-day management of the setting, supporting and developing the team while ensuring consistently high standards of care, education and safeguarding.

We're looking for someone who is:

* An experienced Nursery Manager or confident Deputy Manager ready to step up

* Passionate about early years education and children's development

* Confident leading, supporting and motivating a team

* Knowledgeable about the EYFS and safeguarding

* Organised, proactive and able to manage a busy nursery environment

* A strong communicator who can build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive early years team through Humly, with an initial 3-month contract and the possibility of an extension.

If you're an enthusiastic Nursery Manager looking for your next opportunity and are available for a 40-hour-per-week contract, Humly would love to hear from you

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