Nursery Manager

Busy Bees; Blossomfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Childcare discount

Training & progression

Hive benefits platform

Family leave & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Stratford Court is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our Solihull nursery. You will drive high standards of care and education, mentor a dedicated team, and ensure compliance with EYFS regulations.

The role offers a competitive salary from £42,500 with potential up to 25% bonus, a generous holiday entitlement, and a range of staff benefits including childcare discounts and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent).
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the nursery team to deliver exceptional childcare.
• Drive high standards in line with the EYFS framework.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Build strong relationships with parents and the local community.
• Support continuous improvement across the nursery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organised

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Role Overview

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Solihull Stratford Court - Salary from £42,500 + up to 25% bonus

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our Busy Bees nursery at Stratford Court. If you're driven to deliver outstanding early years education and inspire a high-performing team, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Why Join Busy Bees?

• Up to 25% annual bonus
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Access to our Hive benefits platform (retail discounts, wellbeing support & recognition)
• Enhanced family leave, EAP, Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme, pension & discounted PMI
• Opportunities for international travel and development

About the Nursery

Join our friendly and dedicated team at Busy Bees Stratford Court, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with capacity for 100 children. Our experienced, long-standing staff are passionate about giving every child the very best start in life.

Conveniently located near Solihull town centre and within walking distance of Shirley, the nursery benefits from excellent public transport links, with a bus stop just a one-minute walk away and a train station within a 10-minute drive-providing easy access to central Birmingham.

Role Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

• Lead, motivate and develop your team to deliver exceptional childcare
• Drive high standards in line with the EYFS framework
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Manage budgets and resources effectively
• Build strong relationships with parents and the local community
• Support continuous improvement across the nursery

About You

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware
• Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare