Nursery Manager

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

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is looking for a Nursery Manager to inspire a team and deliver high-quality early years education. The ideal candidate should hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have over 2 years of experience in a leadership role. Responsibilities include driving excellence, ensuring compliance, and managing resources effectively. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and employee benefits including a significant childcare discount and up to 33 days of holiday per year.

Benefits

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

Significant Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading a team in an early years setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Build relationships with parents and the community.
• Foster team growth for exceptional care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Peterborough Deeping St James! – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Are you a superstar in early years education, ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations? Busy Bees Peterborough Deeping St James is on the lookout for a Nursery Manager who’s bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow! If you’ve got your Level 3 childcare qualification, plus 2+ years of leading a team in an early years setting, we want your sparkle, your passion, and your EYFS know-how on our team!

About Our Nursery – Peterborough Deeping St James

Busy Bees Peterborough Deeping St James is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 50 children, located in the heart of Market Deeping. Housed in a charming Grade II cottage, the nursery offers a cosy "home away from home" atmosphere, providing a nurturing environment for your child's early years. The nursery features a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to keep children engaged and excited about learning. Conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Peterborough via the A15, the nursery also offers easy access via public transport, with a bus stop only a 3-minute walk away. Free parking is available.

What’s in it for You?

At Busy Bees, we don’t just care for children—we inspire them! With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK (and more around the globe), we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group. And we don’t just win awards for childcare—we’ve got a pretty great workplace too, where everyone is heard, supported, and celebrated.

• A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matter
• Exclusive access to our playful, purpose-driven Bee Curious curriculum
• Opportunities to get involved in fun charity events with BBC Children in Need
• Loads of room to grow your career with us

Busy Bees Benefits

Benefits include:

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary
• 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!
• Significant 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 via our Talent Exchange program

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!