Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced family leave

Return to work bonus

Mental health support

Job summary

Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Centre Director and lead daily operations in a Good Ofsted-rated setting. You will drive educational excellence, mentor staff, and ensure a safe, engaging environment for children.

The ideal candidate has Level 3+ in early years, leadership experience in an early years setting, strong communication, and a passion for curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years education is required.
• Experience in leadership or supervisory roles in an early years setting.
• Proven track record of delivering educational excellence and curriculum development.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with teamwork focus.
• Experience maintaining regulatory health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and educational standards.
• Develop and deliver an engaging curriculum tailored to children’s needs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and uphold health and safety policies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff for a cohesive team.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional centre experiences for families.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling and recruitment.
• Support financial planning and sustainment of centre operations.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

Early childhood education

Team mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Education

Level 3 early years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager at Busy Bees, Bicester Kingsmere - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere is a purpose-built nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, which opened in 2018 and cares for up to 110 children. We have a dedicated, supportive team and offer a fantastic environment to develop your skills and progress your career. Conveniently located close to two bus stops and local amenities, with free parking for staff, it's a great place to build your future in early years.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
• Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.
• Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.
• Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
• Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.

Ideal Candidate

• An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.
• Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork.
• Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.