Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Loudwater; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Pension

Wellbeing & EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Nursery Manager for the Loudwater setting to ignite fun and learning. You’ll bring your Level 3 childcare qualification and two years of leadership in early years, applying EYFS expertise to a nurturing team.

The role focuses on leading daily operations, delivering a high-quality curriculum, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You’ll contribute to an inspiring environment with a strong commitment to staff development and family satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in an early years setting is essential.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and curriculum development experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in daily operations and education standards.
• Develop and deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum for children.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain 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 sustainability of the centre.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Regulatory compliance

EYFS expertise

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

We are looking for an amazing Nursery Manager to ignite fun and learning for our children! With your Level 3 childcare qualification and two years of leadership in early years settings, we want you to bring your vibrant energy and EYFS expertise to our team. Exciting rewards await your passion for nurturing young minds!

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.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About Our Nursery

Located in Loudwater, our warm and welcoming 85-place day nursery cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years across 5 age-specific rooms, from Babies through to Preschool.

Our nursery provides a calming environment for both children and staff, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery including a nearby river walkway - perfect for a relaxing lunch break. Staff and children also enjoy seeing and feeding the ducks in the local area.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• Significant 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.

Centre Overview

• Excellent transport links with the 37 bus stop located directly outside the nursery and many other bus services within a 5-minnute walk
• Access to PickMeUp, High Wycombe’s on-demand minibus service, offering convenient pick-up from nearby bus stop locations
• Located close to the M40
• Peaceful riverside setting with scenic walking routes
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Local amenities within walking distance including:
• Home Bargains
• Dunelm
• The Range
• Morrisons Local
• Tesco

Our nursery combines convenience, nature, and a nurturing atmosphere to create a fantastic place to work and grow your career.

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.

Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment