Nursery Manager: Lead with Autonomy & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 25% of salary

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Professional development & training

Hive benefits platform

Cycle to Work

Pension scheme

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager ready to progress to a full Nursery Manager role at our Liverpool Childwall setting. You will lead a strong team and take ownership of standards of care, education, safeguarding and occupancy.

This development opportunity offers autonomy from day one, supportive regional and central teams, and a comprehensive benefits package including bonus potential and generous holiday allowance. Salary up to £40,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Responsibilities

• Step into full Nursery Manager responsibility for a well-supported setting.
• Lead and develop a high-performing early years team.
• Ensure high standards of care, education, safeguarding, and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in practice and outcomes for children.
• Take ownership of staffing, performance, and day-to-day operations.
• Build strong relationships with families and your local community.
• Work with regional leadership to support quality and occupancy goals.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Education

NNEB

BTEC Nat Dip

CACHE Dip in Childcare

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager ready to progress to a full Nursery Manager role at our Liverpool Childwall setting. You will lead a strong team and take ownership of standards of care, education, safeguarding and occupancy.

This development opportunity offers autonomy from day one, supportive regional and central teams, and a comprehensive benefits package including bonus potential and generous holiday allowance. Salary up to £40,000 per annum depending on experience.