Nursery Manager

Busy Bees In Portishead; Guildford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Guildford is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to inspire and lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional childcare. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 childcare qualification and at least two years of leadership experience. Responsibilities include quality improvement, compliance, and community engagement. This role offers competitive salary, great benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join today and make a difference in young learners' lives.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 25%

Competitive salary up to £50,000

Flexible working options

Generous childcare discounts

Mental health support

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• At least two years of leadership experience in childcare.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Ability to deliver 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 to provide exceptional care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Detail Orientation

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Join Busy Bees – The UK’s Leading Nursery Group – as a Nursery Manager in Guildford Hospital!

Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to make a real impact? Busy Bees is looking for a passionate Nursery Manager with a Level 3 childcare qualification and at least two years of leadership experience to help shape bright futures at our Guildford Hospital nursery. Bring your EYFS expertise, energy, and creativity — and we’ll provide the perfect place for your career to thrive.

Why Build Your Career at Busy Bees?

With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK, Busy Bees is proud to be the nation’s leading nursery group. We’re committed to giving every child the best start in life and creating a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Join a team recognised for its award-winning culture, industry-leading development opportunities, and commitment to staff wellbeing.

About the Role

As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead with passion, ensuring exceptional care, learning, and development for all children. You’ll bring our inspiring Bee Curious curriculum to life — a unique learning approach designed to spark curiosity, independence, and confidence in every child.

About Busy Bees Guildford Hospital Nursery

Our Ofsted-rated Good nursery supports up to 77 children and is home to a warm, long-standing staff team dedicated to creating a nurturing, familiar environment for families.

Located just five minutes from Guildford town centre by car, the nursery offers excellent access to public transport, making life easier for both staff and families. Team members enjoy fantastic onsite perks including:

• Free staff parking

• Complimentary lunches

• Flexible working options, with full-time staff able to choose between a four-day or five-day working week to support a healthy work-life balance

It’s the ideal setting to lead, inspire, and continue your professional growth.

Our Charitable Commitment

We’re proud partners of BBC Children in Need, offering exciting opportunities to engage with the community, fundraise, and make a difference in children’s lives nationwide.

Fantastic Busy Bees Benefits

Our market-leading benefits package includes:

• Annual bonus up to 25%

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE

• Extensive CPD, training, and clear pathways for career progression

• Up to 33 days holiday, including bank holidays

• Your birthday off — our gift to you!

• Generous childcare discounts

• Enhanced family leave + return-to-work bonus

• Menopause support via Peppy

• Financial wellbeing support through Salary Finance

• Mental health support through our EAP and Mental Health First Aiders

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Easy workplace pension access through Cushon

• Discounted Private Medical Insurance

• Global travel opportunities to experience new cultures and best practices

Plus, access to our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Platform, offering:

• A wide range of retail discounts

• Wellbeing resources for mental and physical health

• Recognition and reward features

• “Grow with Us” training and development hub

If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team, inspire young learners, and grow within the UK’s top early years provider — apply today and start your next chapter at Busy Bees Guildford Hospital Nursery!

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.

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.

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!