Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Busy Bees Nurseries as a Nursery Manager in Royal Leamington Spa, where you'll lead the establishment of a brand-new facility dedicated to providing outstanding early years education. This exciting opportunity allows you to shape a nurturing environment, inspire a passionate team, and positively impact the lives of 110 children.

Benefits

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Birthday off

Significant childcare discount

Up to 33 days holiday

Enhanced family leave & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a nursery or educational facility.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to high-quality early education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of educators.
• Ensure compliance and safety in the nursery environment.
• Drive quality improvement in educational programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Recognised Early Years Qualification

Job description

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Build Something Amazing from Day One at Busy Bees!

This is your chance to lead, shape, and create something truly special! Busy Bees is opening a brand-new, two-storey nursery in Leamington Spa, Queensway this summer, and we’re looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best start in life.

You won’t just be joining a nursery—you’ll be building a nurturing, inspiring environment for up to 110 children, where their learning and growth will be guided by your leadership, expertise, and creativity.

Your Opportunity to Make a Mark

Shape the nursery’s culture & vision – From the first day, your ideas will bring this brand-new setting to life

Build a passionate team – Lead, inspire, and develop educators who share your dedication

Create engaging learning experiences – Set up activities, spaces, and routines that nurture young minds

Drive innovation – Implement fresh approaches that make your nursery a beacon of excellence in early childhood education

Competitive salary – £42,500 per annum, plus up to 25% annual salary bonus

Birthday off – Because YOU deserve a special day!

Significant childcare discount – Supporting your family while shaping young futures

Up to 33 days holiday – Including bank holidays!

Enhanced family leave & wellbeing support – Plus menopause support through Peppy

Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute

Travel opportunities – Gain international experience and discover new childcare practices

Why Busy Bees?

You’ll be valued, celebrated, and empowered to create something extraordinary

Lead a forward-thinking nursery where your vision matters

Work in a beautifully designed setting that inspires both children and educators

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture of passion and innovation

Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain exceptional standards

️ Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements

Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive sustainability and growth

Engagement & Community – Build strong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community

Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.

About You

Committed to Excellence – Your top priority is delivering outstanding childcare and early years education

Resourceful & Business-Savvy – You balance commercial awareness with heartfelt leadership

Inspiring Leader & Communicator – You motivate your team and build strong relationships with staff and families

Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – You thrive in a dynamic environment, managing priorities with precision

Qualifications & Experience

Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3

Proven Experience – Previous leadership as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager

Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment

Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences

This is more than a job—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to set up a nursery from the ground up and create a legacy of excellence, joy, and discovery.

Be part of something new—lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Busy Bees!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Education

• Industries

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