Nursery Manager

Busy Bees; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25%

33 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Training & progression

Hive platform access

Pension

Cycle to Work

International travel

Job summary

Busy Bees Stratford Court in Solihull is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a Good-rated Ofsted nursery. You will drive outstanding early years education, manage a committed team, and ensure regulatory compliance while building strong relationships with families and the local community.

You will oversee budgeting, staff development, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high standards and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware
• Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop your team to deliver exceptional childcare
• Drive high standards in line with the EYFS framework
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Manage budgets and resources effectively
• Build strong relationships with parents and the local community
• Support continuous improvement across the nursery

Skills

Leadership & team management

EYFS knowledge

Budgeting & resources

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Organised & proactive

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Role Overview

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Solihull Stratford Court - Salary from £42,500 + up to 25% bonus

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our Busy Bees nursery at Stratford Court. If you're driven to deliver outstanding early years education and inspire a high-performing team, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Why Join Busy Bees?

• Up to 25% annual bonus
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Access to our Hive benefits platform (retail discounts, wellbeing support & recognition)
• Enhanced family leave, EAP, Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme, pension & discounted PMI
• Opportunities for international travel and development

About the Nursery

Join our friendly and dedicated team at Busy Bees Stratford Court, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with capacity for 100 children. Our experienced, long-standing staff are passionate about giving every child the very best start in life.

Conveniently located near Solihull town centre and within walking distance of Shirley, the nursery benefits from excellent public transport links, with a bus stop just a one-minute walk away and a train station within a 10-minute drive-providing easy access to central Birmingham.

Role Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Lead, motivate and develop your team to deliver exceptional childcare
• Drive high standards in line with the EYFS framework
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Manage budgets and resources effectively
• Build strong relationships with parents and the local community
• Support continuous improvement across the nursery

Required Qualifications

About You

• Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware
• Passionate about delivering outstanding childcare