Nursery Manager: Lead, Learn & Inspire Early Years

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Ideford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Career progression

Hive discounts

Holiday entitlement

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Job summary

Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a warm, supportive team and maintain the highest standards of childcare. With your Level 3 childcare qualification and prior leadership experience in early years, you will drive quality, safety and compliance while engaging parents and the local community.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £44,000 per year plus a 25% annual bonus, extensive professional development, and generous benefits including holiday allowance and

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification with two years of leadership in early years settings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• EYFS knowledge and commitment to high-quality childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

NNEB

BTEC Nat Dip

CACHE Dip in Childcare

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead a warm, supportive team and maintain the highest standards of childcare. With your Level 3 childcare qualification and prior leadership experience in early years, you will drive quality, safety and compliance while engaging parents and the local community.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £44,000 per year plus a 25% annual bonus, extensive professional development, and generous benefits including holiday allowance and