Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Leicester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25%

33 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Return-to-work bonus

Private medical insurance

Pension and financial wellbeing

Job summary

Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the team and deliver high‑quality early years education in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards. You will manage budgets, occupancy, and staff development to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children.

This role offers a competitive salary up to £45,000 plus a 25% annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career progression, and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ) required.
• Experience as Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach.
• Passion for early years education.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and motivate your team.
• Ensure EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding compliance.
• Drive quality improvement across the nursery.
• Manage budgets, occupancy, and resources.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Support staff development and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Commercial mindset

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ)

Job description

Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park - Up to £45,000 plus 25% bonus - Flexible work considered

Looking for a Nursery Manager role where you’re supported, valued, and empowered to lead with confidence? Busy Bees — the UK’s No.1 childcare provider — is searching for an inspiring Nursery Manager to join our Leicester Meridian Park nursery.

If you’re exploring Nursery Manager jobs in Leicester, Early Years Manager roles, or Childcare Manager opportunities, this is a standout opportunity to grow your career with a trusted, forward‑thinking childcare group.

Why This Role Stands Out

Busy Bees offers one of the strongest benefits packages in the early years sector — designed to support your wellbeing, reward your leadership, and help you thrive.

You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive salary + up to 25% annual bonus
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off — paid
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus
• Hive Benefits & huge retail discounts
• Menopause support via Peppy
• Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme & workplace pension
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Funded training, development & clear career progression
• Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from Busy Bees nurseries around the world

What You’ll Do

As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead your team to deliver exceptional early years education in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards. You’ll create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and motivate your team
• Ensure full EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding compliance
• Drive quality improvement across the nursery
• Manage budgets, occupancy, and resources
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community
• Support staff development and professional growth

Perfect for an experienced Nursery Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager, Early Years Manager, or Childcare Manager ready to step up.

About Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park

Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park is an Ofsted‑rated “Good” nursery caring for up to 130 children. It offers:

• Spacious, age‑specific outdoor areas
• A strong focus in learning through play
• A rich, stimulating environment indoors and out
• Calming, well‑designed rooms tailored to each age group

Conveniently located in Meridian Leisure and Business Park, the nursery is:

• Just minutes from the M1 and M69
• Close to public transport links
• Equipped with free staff parking

It’s a modern, well‑resourced setting where your leadership will make a meaningful impact.

About You

We’re looking for a confident, ambitious leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of childcare.

You’ll Bring

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ)
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A commercially minded, proactive approach
• A genuine passion for early years education

Apply Today

If you’re searching for Nursery Manager jobs in Leicester and want to join a supportive, ambitious, and forward‑thinking childcare provider, apply today and become part of the Busy Bees family.

Lead with purpose. Inspire young minds. Build your future with Busy Bees.