Nursery Manager

About Early Years Ltd.; Bedford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

33 days holiday per year

Birthday off

50% Childcare discount

Pension scheme

Job summary

Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham is seeking an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead the team and deliver outstanding early years education. You will hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and bring at least two years' leadership experience in EYFS settings, driving high standards and strong partnerships with families.

With competitive rewards including up to 25% annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, and access to the Busy Bees benefits platform, this role offers professional development and clear

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Two years of leadership in early years settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Quality improvement of educational programmes and operations.
• Engage with parents, staff and the community.
• Manage budgets and resources.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS expertise

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 / Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham – Up to £44,000.00 + 25% annual bonus

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 our Nursery

Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 82, staffed by a highly qualified and passionate team with longstanding members who bring extensive knowledge and experience. Conveniently located near local train and bus routes, it also offers free parking, making it an appealing workplace for childcare professionals.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• 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!
• 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.

Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

Required Qualifications: About you

• We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education.
• You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
• You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.

Qualifications and Experience

• NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.