Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Ongoing professional development and 2

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Birthday leave

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Northampton Wootton Fields is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to cover maternity leave. You will lead a vibrant team, drive EYFS excellence and ensure high standards of care across daily operations at our Outstanding nursery.

The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification and at least two years of leadership experience in early years settings. You will manage budgets, support professional development and engage with families and the local community.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Two years of leadership experience in early years settings.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

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.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS expertise

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

NNEB

BTEC National Diploma

CACHE Diploma in Childcare

Job description

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Northampton Wootton Fields – up to £40,000.00

We are looking for an amazing Nursery Manager to cover maternity leave. 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!

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Northampton Wootton Fields is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 104, known for its passionate and longstanding team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The staff go above and beyond to create engaging, exciting environments for the children. Conveniently located near Junction 15 of the M1 with regular bus services, the nursery offers free parking and lunch for employees.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• 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!
• 50% 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 a huge array 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 showcases 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.

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!