Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Childcare; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Salisbury is seeking a passionate Nursery Manager to inspire young minds and manage a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 childcare qualification and have over 2 years of leadership experience. Responsibilities include ensuring high standards of childcare, driving team motivation, and managing educational programs. This role offers up to a 25% bonus, attractive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Up to 25% salary bonus

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Ongoing training and development

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 childcare qualification.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Build strong relationships with parents and staff.
• Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Salisbury York House! – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Salisbury York House

Up to 25% Bonus | Beautiful Townhouse Nursery | Fantastic Local Adventures

Are you a passionate early years leader ready to inspire young minds in a truly special setting? We’re on the lookout for a Nursery Manager with a Level 3 childcare qualification and 2+ years’ leadership experience to bring energy, creativity, and care to Busy Bees Salisbury York House.

Why Busy Bees?

• We’re the UK’s No.1 nursery group, with nearly 400 settings and growing
• We champion exceptional early years care and a workplace culture that’s award-winning
• Our Bee Curious curriculum puts curiosity, confidence, and child-led learning at the heart of every day
• Proud charity partners with BBC Children in Need– make a difference beyond the nursery walls

About Salisbury York House

• Ofsted-rated Good with a warm, homely feel
• Set in a charming listed townhouse
• Just 46 places– perfect for focused, quality-led leadership
• Amazing "Out and About" programme– exploring the library, market, cathedral & more
• Central location with bus links from Andover, Bournemouth & Southampton

Amazing Benefits

• Up to 25% salary bonus
• 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) + your birthday off!
• Childcare discount, enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
• Ongoing training, development & career growth
• Hive platform: wellbeing hub, retail discounts, and celebrating your wins
• Private medical insurance, menopause & mental health support, and more
• Global learning with international talent exchange opportunities

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!