Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bathpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression & development

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday + bank holidays

Wellbeing perks & Hive platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is opening an exciting new 110-place nursery in Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, seeking an Assistant Nursery Manager. You will collaborate with the Centre Director to oversee daily operations, develop a high-quality curriculum, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Join a growing team with excellent development opportunities, a supportive environment, and the chance to contribute to a positive start in life for children and families.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Supervisory experience advantageous (e.g., nursery room leader/manager).
• Strong leadership and communication to support a team and families.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in daily operations and educational standards.
• Develop and deliver an engaging curriculum tailored to children’s needs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, health and safety standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff to maintain a cohesive team.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service to families.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll and recruitment.
• Support financial planning and operational records to ensure sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Level 3 in early years education

Job description

Busy Bees is launching an exciting 110 place nursery in Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life!

Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development & career progression - Grow with us!
• Birthday off - Because you deserve a celebration!
• 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others
• Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays!
• Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life’s milestones
• Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub
• Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute for a happier you!
• Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support
• Travel opportunities - Learn from childcare professionals around the world
• Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - Supporting your wellbeing
• Exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform—filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards
• Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards
• Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families
• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment
• Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability

Ideal Assistant Manager Candidate

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education
• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage—ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team
• Passionate about fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families

This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career‑changing.