Nursery Manager - Lead a High-Quality, Impactful Team

Busy Bees Nurseries; Baldock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Holiday allowance

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Central support

Leadership training

Career progression

Family leave

Mental health support

Cycle to work

Private medical insurance

Global talent exchange

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom seeks a senior nursery leader to run day-to-day operations with full responsibility for education quality, safeguarding, staff leadership, and occupancy targets. The role operates within a family-like Busy Bees setting in Stotfold, with strong support from the national network.

You will lead the team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure EYFS compliance while building strong relationships with families and the local community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards.
• Child-centred approach and ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision
• Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children
• Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community
• Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted requirements

Staff development

Child-centered approach

Education

NNEB / BTEC Nat Dip / CACHE Dip / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom seeks a senior nursery leader to run day-to-day operations with full responsibility for education quality, safeguarding, staff leadership, and occupancy targets. The role operates within a family-like Busy Bees setting in Stotfold, with strong support from the national network.

You will lead the team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure EYFS compliance while building strong relationships with families and the local community.