Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Gloucester; A distancia; GBP 41.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus up to 25%

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Birthday off

50% Childcare discount

Central support (HR, Recruitment, QA)

Training & leadership development

Career progression paths

Family leave & return bonus

Wellbeing support & EAP

Cycle to work scheme

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Global Talent exchange programme

Descripción de la vacante

Busy Bees Quedgeley in Gloucester is seeking a senior leader to run daily nursery operations, drive educational quality, and safeguard standards.

You will shape the team culture, oversee staffing and performance, and collaborate with regional and central teams to maintain high occupancy and exceptional care.

Formación

• Proven track record managing a nursery or deputy-level in a high-quality setting.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Child-centred approach with high expectations for quality.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision.
• Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children.
• Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development.
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community.
• Work with regional leadership to meet quality and occupancy targets.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Staff development

Community relationships

Educación

NNEB / BTEC Nat Dip / CACHE Dip / NVQ Level 3

BTEC Nat Dip / CACHE Dip in Childcare

NVQ Level 3

Descripción del empleo

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Quedgeley!– Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum DOE and Up to 25% annual salary bonus

About the Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Up to 33 days holiday inlusive of bank holidays
• Your birthday off – our gift to you!
• 50% Childcare discount
• Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety etc)
• Access to high quality training and leadership development
• Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles
• Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus
• Menopause & Mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan
• Discounted Private Medical insurance
• Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practise in early years with our Global Talent exchange programme.

About Our Nursery

• Busy Bees Quedgeley is a purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester.
• Rated Good by Ofsted
• Capacity for 105 children
• Free on-site parking available for staff, making commuting convenient.
• A rewarding and supportive workplace where our dedicated team can thrive

About the role

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, including quality of education, staff leadership, safeguarding, and operational performance. You will have the autonomy to shape your team, culture, and practice, supported by a dedicated regional and central support structure.

Key responsibilities

• • Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision
  • Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards
  • Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children
  • Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development
  • Build strong relationships with families and the local community
  • Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets

About you

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements
• A track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standardsConfidence working both independently and as part of a wider leadership structure
• A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality

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.