Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead a new flagship nursery. Responsibilities include driving team excellence, ensuring safety and compliance, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate has a relevant childcare qualification and experience in a similar role. This position offers competitive pay of £42,500 per annum and various benefits including career growth opportunities and a childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Health & wellbeing resources

Pension & financial perks

Qualifications

• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Overview

This is your chance to shape the future of a brand-new flagship nursery and inspire a team to deliver excellence every single day. Are you ready to take the reins of something truly special? This summer, Busy Bees is opening a state-of-the-art, two-storey nursery in Queensway, Leamington Spa – and we're searching for an inspiring Nursery Manager to make it thrive from day one. With space for up to 110 children, our modern, purpose-built setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities. As Nursery Manager, you'll have the exciting challenge of building a talented team, shaping our culture, and ensuring every child receives the very best start in life. Whether you're ready to start now or waiting for the perfect next step, this is your opportunity to lead a flagship Busy Bees nursery and leave your mark on a truly exceptional setting.

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.

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.

Why You'll Love Leading With Us

With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more worldwide, Busy Bees is the UK's leading childcare provider. We're passionate about giving every child the best start in life - and we believe our leaders are the key to making that happen. We're proud partners of BBC Children in Need, supporting communities across the UK through fundraising and local events.

• Competitive pay - £42,500 per annum (doe)
• Career growth - Access to leadership training & national progression routes
• Birthday off - Celebrate your day, your way
• 50% childcare discount - Support your family while leading ours
• Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays
• Menopause & family support - Care for life's important moments
• Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive, our wellbeing & retail discount platform
• Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance
• Opportunities to travel - Learn and connect with childcare leaders worldwide