Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Sittingbourne is seeking an Assistant Nursery Manager passionate about early childhood development. You will play a key role in providing exceptional care, supporting both children and parents, while ensuring compliance with all safety standards. Join a dedicated team committed to nurturing children’s growth in a supportive environment with great benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Well-being benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities and provide exemplary care to children.
• Establish strong relationships with parents and guardians.
• Support staff training and ensure delivery of high-quality childcare.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare Development

Compliance and Health Safety

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

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Busy Bees Nurseries

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Sittingbourne

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Posted:

02.06.2025

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17.07.2025

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Job Summary

Are you passionate about early childhood development and ready to take on a leadership role? Sittingbourne Busy Bees Day Nursery are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Nursery Manager to join our dedicated team to contribute to the growth and success of our nurturing setting.

Ofsted rating: Good

Close to local shops

About our Benefits

As an Assistant Nursery Manager, we offer a salary of £30,000 per annum, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because we all need time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous discount of 50%.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

And so much more such as well-being benefits, Cycle to work – get to work, get fit, go green and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our amazing benefits platform which you can explore and find discounts for some of your favourite places!

As the Assistant Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day activities and provide exemplary care to our children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
• Establishing strong relationships with parents and guardians, ensuring effective communication.
• Assist the Nursery Manager in ensuring that all complaints and concerns are actively resolved in a timely manner and that these are reported to the Regional Manager.
• Support, supervise, train, and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice and develop open and positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• Assist in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring the highest standards of health and safety.

*To apply for this role, it is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working as an Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with best-in-sector training and support in child development. Here are just a few reasons why a career at Busy Bees is just that little bit more extraordinary, which is reflected in our 40 years of success.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are at the heart of what we do. They reflect how our colleagues work, treat each other, and interact with the communities around us. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.