Nursery Manager: Lead & Inspire Early Years Team

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25%

Professional development

Hive discounts & wellbeing hub

33 days holiday incl bank holidays

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave & return bonus

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance assistance

EAP & Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Cushon pension access

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nottingham Daybrook is seeking an outstanding Nursery Manager to lead our team and deliver high‑quality early years care on site, with a 4 day week considered. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on daily nursery operations to create a nurturing, inspiring environment for children and staff alike.

You will hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years of leadership in early years settings, a strong EYFS background, and the energy to develop staff,

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification.
• Two years of leadership in early years settings.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and child development expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the nursery team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Drive continuous improvement in educational programmes and operations.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Manage budgets and resources to support high quality care.
• Engage with parents and the community to strengthen relationships.

Skills

Leadership in Early Years

EYFS Knowledge

People Management

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Busy Bees Nottingham Daybrook is seeking an outstanding Nursery Manager to lead our team and deliver high‑quality early years care on site, with a 4 day week considered. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on daily nursery operations to create a nurturing, inspiring environment for children and staff alike.

You will hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years of leadership in early years settings, a strong EYFS background, and the energy to develop staff,