Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bicester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead their Bicester Kingsmere location. The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification and at least 2 years of experience leading a team in an early years setting. Responsibilities include driving excellence, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum, plus up to 25% annual bonus and extensive benefits including professional development and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Salary up to £50,000 per annum

Ongoing professional development

Exclusive access to Bee Curious curriculum

Charity event participation

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Financial support through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Travel opportunities via Talent Exchange

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years leading a team in an early years setting.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager is required.
• Focus on high-quality childcare and early education.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Foster team growth for exceptional care.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma, or NVQ Level 3

Job description

About Us

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere! Leading Nursery Group in the UK. At Busy Bees, we don't just care for children - we inspire them! With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK (and more worldwide), we are proud to be the UK's leading nursery group. We don't just win awards for childcare – we've got a great workplace where everyone is heard, supported, and celebrated. A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matter.

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.

Qualifications & Experience

You must have a Level 3 childcare qualification and at least 2 years of leading a team in an early years setting. 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 also have strong organisational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise your workload effectively. Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager is required. A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education is essential. Educational qualifications such as NNEB, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Diploma in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3 are preferred.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere is a 110‑place nursery rated Good by Ofsted, all about fun, learning, and laughter with a great community spirit. Dressing up in role‑play, discovering a new favourite book, or digging for treasure in the garden – every day is a new adventure.

Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus.
• Salary up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Exclusive access to our playful, purpose‑driven Bee Curious curriculum.
• Opportunities to get involved in fun charity events with BBC Children in Need.
• Amazing opportunities to grow your career with us.
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, including bank holidays.
• Birthday off – 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 workplace pension through Cushon.
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI).
• Opportunities to travel to other countries via Talent Exchange program.