Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees; Corby; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group is seeking a passionate Assistant Nursery Manager to join the brand-new nursery in Corby. You will support the Centre Director with operations, develop a high-quality curriculum, and ensure safety standards. The ideal candidate holds a Level 3 qualification in early years education and has experience in supervisory roles. This opportunity offers competitive salary and a range of benefits to support your growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary - £31,761.60

Ongoing professional development

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Menopause support

Wellbeing perks

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Travel opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Skills to inspire and support team members.
• Ability to create positive relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in daily operations and educational standards.
• Develop an engaging curriculum tailored to children's needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain safety standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff.
• Enhance customer satisfaction and promote a positive nursery experience.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling and recruitment.
• Manage operational records to ensure sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Passion for child development

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

Role Overview:

Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Weldon Park, Corby!

A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity.This summer, Busy Bees is launching anexciting nurseryin Weldon Park, Corby, and we need apassionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Managerto join us in giving our childrenthe best start in life!

With space to welcomeup to 101 little learners, thisstate-of-the-art settingis designed tospark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds—and you’ll be there fromday oneto shape something truly special.

Why Join Busy Bees?

This isyour chanceto be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member,help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staffthrive together.

✨ Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits ✨

Competitive salary- £31,761.60

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

PLUS:You’ll get exclusive access toHive, ourBenefits & Wellbeing platform—filled with retail discounts,a Wellbeing Hubsupporting your physical & mental health, aCelebrating You sectionrecognizing our valued team members, and aGrow with Us areapacked with development opportunities and training

What You'll Do

• 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 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

About Us

Busy Bees is theUK's leading nursery group, with nearly400 nurseries across the UKand even more overseas! We’reall about giving every child the best start in lifeand ensuring our teamfeels valued, heard, and supportedevery step of the way!

As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to ourBee Curious curriculum, designed to nurturewonder, creativity, and confidencein young learners!

Our Charitable Commitment– Through our partnership withBBC Children in Need, wefundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK.

✨This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!