Nursery Manager: Lead an Outstanding Early Years Team

Busy Bees Nurseries; Warwick; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

33 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Central support

Leadership training

Global Talent exchange

Job summary

Busy Bees Warwick is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the team, shape the child experience, and drive outstanding outcomes for children and families. You will operate within a trusted national nursery group, supported by regional teams to ensure high standards and occupancy targets.

Ideal candidates will have proven Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager experience, strong leadership and EYFS/Ofsted expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

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

Team development

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Education

NNEB

BTEC Nat Dip

CACHE Dip

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Warwick is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead the team, shape the child experience, and drive outstanding outcomes for children and families. You will operate within a trusted national nursery group, supported by regional teams to ensure high standards and occupancy targets.

Ideal candidates will have proven Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager experience, strong leadership and EYFS/Ofsted expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality childcare and early education.