Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Narborough; On-site; GBP 50,625 - 61,875; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave & return bonus

Salary Finance

EAP & MH support

Cycle to Work

Workplace pension

Private medical insurance

Training & progression

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park is seeking a confident Nursery Manager to lead a thriving team and deliver high‑quality early years education in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards. You’ll oversee a refurbishment and shape a modern, inspiring learning environment for children and staff.

The role offers extensive benefits and opportunities to travel internationally within Busy Bees’ global network, supporting wellbeing, career growth and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required or equivalent.
• Experience as Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Commercial mindset and passion for early years education.
• Commitment to EYFS and Ofsted standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership &

Communication

Organisation

Commercial mindset

Passion for childcare

Education

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

Job description

Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park - Up to £56,250.00 OTE - Flexible working available

Ready to lead a thriving nursery where your ideas, passion, and leadership truly matter? Busy Bees — the UK’s No.1 childcare provider — is looking for an inspiring Nursery Manager to join our Leicester Carlton Park team.

Why This Role Stands Out

Busy Bees offers one of the most comprehensive and rewarding benefits packages in the early years sector — designed to support your wellbeing, career growth, and work‑life balance.

You’ll Enjoy

• 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 global Busy Bees nurseries

Shape the Future of Our Nursery Environment

As our new Nursery Manager, you’ll also play a key role in overseeing an exciting upcoming refurbishment — helping to shape a fresh, modern, inspiring learning environment for children and staff. It’s a rare opportunity to put your stamp on the look, feel, and flow of the nursery, ensuring it reflects the very best in early years practice.

About the Role

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 thrive.

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

About Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park

Our large, modern nursery is rated “Good” by Ofsted and cares for up to 105 children. With calming, age‑appropriate rooms and a secure outdoor area, it’s a spacious, well‑resourced setting designed to support every stage of development.

Located On King Edward Avenue In Narborough, We Offer

• Free on‑site parking
• Easy access to the M1
• Less than a mile to Narborough train station
• Just seven miles from Leicester city centre

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 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, 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.