Nursery Manager

Busy Bees; Cadbury Heath; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25%

Professional development

Hive discounts

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave & return bonus

Menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & Mental Health support

Cycle to Work

Pension via Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Bristol Barrs Court is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a team and deliver outstanding care and EYFS practice at our Bristol Barrs Court nursery. Located at Stoneleigh Drive, Barrs Court, Oldland, near Bristol, the setting accommodates 116 children and is rated Good by Ofsted.

You will hold a Level 3 childcare qualification with at least two years of leadership in early years, bringing strong EYFS expertise, leadership and commercial acumen to drive quality and growth.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Two years of leadership experience in early years settings.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the nursery team to deliver high-quality care.
• Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Ensure a safe, compliant environment and regulatory standards.
• Oversee budgets and resources.
• Engage with parents, staff, and the community.
• Foster professional development within the team.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS expertise

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Role Overview:

Busy Bees Bristol Barrs Court – Nursery Manager - up to £43,500 plus 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!

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!
• 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 your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery at Bristol Barrs Court, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 116 children. Located at Stoneleigh Drive, Barrs Court, Oldland, South West BS30 7EJ, our nursery is ideally situated in South Gloucestershire, near Bristol, making it convenient for commuting in the surrounding regions.

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.