Assistant Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Stokenchurch; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Staff discount platform and wellbeing

Up to 28 days holiday (bank holidays)

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing hub and Grow with Us

Cycle to Work

Private medical insurance

Pension access

Job summary

Busy Bees Stokenchurch is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Centre Director in daily operations and educational excellence. You will lead the team, develop a high-quality curriculum, and ensure regulatory compliance within a warm, welcoming setting.

You will join a busy nursery with strong family focus, competitive salary, and extensive staff benefits. This role offers growth opportunities within Busy Bees’ supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Approved Level 3 qualification in early years education or above.
• Experience in an early years setting with leadership/supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience maintaining regulatory compliance and health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and educational standards.
• Assist in developing and delivering an engaging curriculum for children.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain high safety standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff for a cohesive team.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering excellent service and positive family experiences.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll and recruitment.
• Manage operational records and contribute to financial planning for sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Job description

Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager at Busy Bees, Stokenchurch – 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.

Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections.

Welcome to Busy Bees Stokenchurch! Our friendly nursery cares for up to 58 children in a warm, welcoming environment with fantastic facilities, including spacious outdoor areas.

Located close to the M40 with excellent transport links, free on-site parking for staff and great local amenities nearby, we’re easy to get to and a great place to build your career. You’ll be joining a supportive and close-knit team, led by an experienced Nursery Manager who has been part of the centre for 15 years. We’re proud of our strong team spirit and the positive environment we create for both our children and our people.

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.