Nursery Manager | Lead High-Impact Early Years Team

Busy Bees Nurseries; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Your birthday off

Childcare discount

Full central support

Access to high quality training

Clear progression pathways into area/\

Enhanced family leave & return to work

Menopause & Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Private Medical insurance

Global Talent exchange programme

Job summary

Busy Bees Guildford Fitzsimmons Place is seeking a skilled Senior Nursery Manager to lead day-to-day operations, drive educational quality, safeguarding, and staff leadership. You will shape the team, culture, and practice with strong regional and central support.

This senior role offers robust progression within the Busy Bees group, a 4-day flexible pattern totaling 40 hours, and a generous bonus and benefits package designed to reward leadership and excellence in early years education.

Qualifications

• Experience as Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards.

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 standards

Staff management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NNEB

BTEC Nat Dip

CACHE Dip in Childcare

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Guildford Fitzsimmons Place is seeking a skilled Senior Nursery Manager to lead day-to-day operations, drive educational quality, safeguarding, and staff leadership. You will shape the team, culture, and practice with strong regional and central support.

This senior role offers robust progression within the Busy Bees group, a 4-day flexible pattern totaling 40 hours, and a generous bonus and benefits package designed to reward leadership and excellence in early years education.