Senior Nursery Manager — Lead Outstanding Early Years

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

33 days holiday inclusive of bank hols

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Full central support (HR, Recruitment,

Quality, Safety, etc)

Access to training & leadership dev

Clear progression pathways into area/\

Enhanced family leave & return to work

Menopause & Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme & pension plan

Private Medical insurance

Global Talent exchange programme

Job summary

Busy Bees Quedgeley, a Gloucester-based nursery, seeks a senior leader to run day-to-day operations, uphold high-quality early years provision, and lead staff with a child-centred approach. You will work within a supportive structure to drive occupancy targets and educational outcomes within EYFS standards.

With autonomy to shape culture and practice, you will manage staffing, safeguarding, and continuous improvement while partnering with regional leadership to deliver excellence in care and

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.
• A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality.

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

People management

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Education

NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Busy Bees Quedgeley, a Gloucester-based nursery, seeks a senior leader to run day-to-day operations, uphold high-quality early years provision, and lead staff with a child-centred approach. You will work within a supportive structure to drive occupancy targets and educational outcomes within EYFS standards.

With autonomy to shape culture and practice, you will manage staffing, safeguarding, and continuous improvement while partnering with regional leadership to deliver excellence in care and