Nursery Manager – Lead & Inspire Outstanding Early Years

Busy Bees; Preston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Birthday off

50% Childcare discount

Central support (HR, Recruitment, QA)

Leadership development and training

Pension plan

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities to travel for best pract

Job summary

Busy Bees Preston Hospital is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a vibrant team, delivering outstanding early years provision and shaping a thriving child-centred environment.

You will drive high standards, oversee recruitment and staff development, ensure EYFS compliance, and build strong partnerships with families and the local community, supported by Busy Bees’ national resources.

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.
• A track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards.
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a wider leadership structure.

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 knowledge

Child-centered approach

Staff development

Education

NNEB

BTEC Nat Dip

CACHE Dip in Childcare

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Preston Hospital is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a vibrant team, delivering outstanding early years provision and shaping a thriving child-centred environment.

You will drive high standards, oversee recruitment and staff development, ensure EYFS compliance, and build strong partnerships with families and the local community, supported by Busy Bees’ national resources.