Nursery Manager

Busy Bees In Portishead; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Retail discounts

33 days holiday

Birthday leave

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Mental health support

Cycle to work

Pension via Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Discoveryland in Solihull is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a 103-child setting on the Jaguar Land Rover site. You will drive EYFS-based learning, manage staff, and oversee day-to-day operations with a focus on safety, quality, and family engagement.

The role requires Level 3 childcare and leadership experience in an early years setting, plus strong administrative and communication skills. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Two years of leadership in early years settings.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and practice.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the nursery team to deliver high-quality care.
• Drive quality improvement across educational and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Oversee budgets and resource management.
• Engage with parents, staff and the local community.
• Support professional development and training for staff.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS expertise

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Level-headed under pressure

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Busy Bees Nursery Manager | Solihull Discoveryland (JLR) | Salary up to £40,000 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

• 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.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

About our Nursery

Join our vibrant team at Busy Bees Discoveryland in Solihull, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 103 children. Our nursery is thoughtfully designed with five spacious rooms, each tailored to the specific age group, allowing children to engage in activities and explore outdoor areas that match their developmental stages. Located on the Jaguar Land Rover Solihull site, we exclusively serve JLR employees, providing a unique work-based nursery environment. Staff enjoy a free shuttle bus provided by JLR for local residents, free lunch, and free parking. Additionally, JLR subsidizes childcare fees, offering discounted rates. The centre is closed for one week at Christmas, making this a fantastic opportunity to balance work and family life while advancing your career in early childhood education.

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.