Nursery Manager

Busy Bees; Narborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday incl bank holidays

Birthday off paid

50% childcare discount

Flexible working

Job summary

Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park is seeking a proactive Nursery Manager to lead a dedicated team and deliver outstanding early years education in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards.

Take ownership of the nursery’s refurbishment project, oversee budgets and resources, and foster strong relationships with families and the local community. A Level 3 childcare qualification and prior managerial experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Experience as Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills essential.
• Commercially minded approach to running a nursery.
• Genuine 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 awareness

People management

Education

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

Job description

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park

Up to £45,000 plus 25% bonus - Flexible working available

Ready to Lead, Inspire and Make Your Mark?

Are you ready to take the reins of a thriving nursery where your ideas, passion and leadership can truly shine? Busy Bees, the UK's No.1 childcare provider, is on the lookout for an inspiring and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to join our fantastic Leicester Carlton Park team!

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your vision to life, lead a dedicated team and create an outstanding environment where children flourish, families feel valued and colleagues feel inspired.

If you're searching for your next challenge, whether that's Nursery Manager jobs in Leicester, Early Years Manager roles or Childcare Manager opportunities, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

With the backing of a trusted national organisation, you'll have the support, resources and opportunities to make a real difference and take your leadership career to the next level.

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

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

About Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park

Busy Bees Leicester Carlton Park is a fantastic, spacious and modern nursery, proudly rated Good by Ofsted, with capacity for up to 105 children. Our nursery offers a warm, welcoming environment with calming, age-appropriate rooms and a secure outdoor space, thoughtfully designed to inspire learning, encourage exploration and support children at every stage of their development.

Location-wise, we're perfectly placed!

Situated on King Edward Avenue in Narborough, we're easy to reach, whether you're commuting by car or public transport.

Here's what makes our location so convenient:

• Free on-site parking: Making your daily commute that little bit easier.

• Excellent road links: Easy access to the M1.

• Great transport connections: Less than a mile from Narborough train station.

• Close to the city: Just seven miles from Leicester city centre.

With fantastic facilities, a welcoming team and a convenient location, Leicester Carlton Park is a wonderful place to bring your leadership skills, inspire others and make a lasting difference.

Come and be part of something special, where your leadership can help little learners thrive and your career can flourish!

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