Nursery Practitioner - Early Explorers Day Nursery & Preschool

Role Overview: Are you a passionate and experienced early years leader ready for your next big challenge? Busy Bees, the UK’s leading childcare provider, is looking for an inspiring Dual Nursery Manager (Joint Nursery Manager) to co-lead one of our largest settings a vibrant, high-occupancy 140-place nursery in Walthamstow. This is an exciting opportunity to work in partnership with another experienced manager, sharing leadership of a large, dynamic nursery where you’ll guide a dedicated team, deliver outstanding care, and shape the future for hundreds of young learners. With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and many more internationally, Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. We’re proud of our award-winning workplace culture, where every team member is valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. As a Dual Nursery Manager, you will work closely with another highly skilled manager to co-lead all aspects of daily operations at our thriving Walthamstow nursery. Together, you’ll ensure the highest standards of care, safety, and education while creating an inspiring environment for both children and staff. This is a hands-on leadership role in a busy, high-occupancy setting — perfect for someone with proven management experience and a passion for delivering excellence in early years education. At Busy Bees, we believe our people make the difference. We’ll support your leadership journey and celebrate your successes every step of the way. Here’s what you can look forward to: * Competitive salary up to £42,500 per annum plus up to 25% annual salary bonus * Ongoing training, development, and career progression * Access to our Hive wellbeing platform with retail discounts and mental health support * Your birthday off – because you deserve to celebrate! * Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) * Significant childcare discount for your family * Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus * Cycle to Work scheme and workplace pension * Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders * Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from global best practice via our talent exchange programme * Access to our “Grow With Us” leadership pathway Our Walthamstow nursery is a flagship setting within the Busy Bees family a large, 140-place nursery rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with consistently high occupancy and a reputation for delivering outstanding childcare. We offer: * Free on-site parking * Free meals on shift * Excellent transport links (bus stop just 5 minutes away, with direct routes into the City) Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we’re committed to supporting children and families beyond our walls. Join us and be part of meaningful community projects and fundraising initiatives that change lives. If you’re a motivated, forward-thinking early years leader ready to co-manage a large, high-performing nursery, we want to hear from you. Bring your expertise, passion, and energy to Busy Bees and help us continue to give every child the best start in life. Role Responsibilities: Key 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. Required Qualifications: About you:, • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education., • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills., • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.Qualifications and Experience:, • 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.Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees The Grove, Ealing! As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Ealing 2A/2B The Grove, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 50 children and features warm and welcoming rooms thoughtfully designed to create a nurturing and inviting atmosphere where children can flourish and thrive. Our tailored approach caters to each child's unique needs and interests, encouraging them to learn, explore, and unleash their full potential. Thanks to our dedicated team, no two days are the same, as they carefully curate a variety of fun-filled activities that continuously stimulate young minds. The adventurous outdoor garden provides ample space for exploration, play, and imagination. Conveniently nestled in the heart of Ealing, our nursery offers a central and accessible location for families seeking early years education. With excellent transportation links nearby, parents can easily drop off and pick up their children; the M4 is just a five-minute drive away, Ealing Broadway Station is an eight-minute walk, and bus stops on Grange Road and Bond Street are just a short stroll away. We also provide complimentary lunches for our children, ensuring they are well-fed and ready to enjoy all the engaging experiences we offer. At Busy Bees Ealing 2A and 2B The Grove, there is never a dull day, with endless opportunities for fun and learning! Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Hammersmith Ravenscourt, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 117 children and provides an excellent nursery setting where children are nurtured in a space designed for play, learning, and exploration. Conveniently located with easy access via the Piccadilly, District, Hammersmith, and City lines, we are just a two-minute walk from Ravenscourt Park Station on the District line. Our nursery offers complimentary lunches for the children, and our exciting roof garden provides opportunities for imaginative play, allowing children to explore their creativity, whether it's playing in our Wendy House or cooking up a delicious meal in our mud kitchen. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections. If you are ready to make a positive impact in the field of early childhood education and childcare, we encourage you to apply for the Nursery Manager position at Busy Bees. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities • Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards., • Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children., • Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards., • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team., • Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families., • Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment., • Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate:, • An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager., • Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development., • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork., • Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!

We are looking for a qualified, experienced and passionate practitioner to manage our small, family feel nursery in Eltham. The successful applicant will benefit from working closely with Bubbles Nurseries Area Manager and the Manager from our other Bubbles Nursery. You will become an integral part of this home from home nursery. Key Areas Ensuring a high standard of physical, personal, emotional, social and intellectual education and care for all children in the nursery. Supervision of and support to the team members within the nursery thereby implementing high standards of quality practices The day-to-day management of the nursery including quality improvement, marketing and administration. Main duties to include: To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery. To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors. To lead a team of professional workers and to ensure good practice at all times To plan and organise staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with Ofsted guidelines and nursery procedures. Including working as part of ratios when required. To be aware of and act in accordance with current legislation, good practice, nursery policies and procedures. To adhere to, and support all team members to understand and follow, the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. To follow and support staff to understand and implement the Early Years Foundation Stage. To be responsible for all nursery staff, cooks, cleaners, students and voluntary workers. Supervising and supporting all members of the nursery team in their day-to-day duties including inductions, appraisals and reviews, training and development and individual supervisions. Supporting all team members to work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members Liaising with Ofsted and other professional bodies associated with the nursery. Overseeing the efficient upkeep and maintenance of the building and grounds, stock of equipment, furnishings and fittings Being responsible for all administrative duties associated with the management of the facility, e.g. maintaining records on the children and their families, ordering equipment, maintaining an inventory, keeping personnel records. Being responsible for the collection, recording and banking of fees together with administering a petty cash budget. Co-ordinating with appropriate agencies regarding trainee placements and supervising accordingly. Establishing and maintaining effective communications links with other agencies. To work with the area manager in regards to marketing and advertising the nursery as necessary to ensure the nursery runs to its full capacity To instigate the development and implementation of systems to monitor and record child development. To be responsible for the overall health and safety standards within the nursery and ensuring staff compliance and awareness, including training where appropriate To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history To provide all team members with the support and resources required for the early identification and intervention for children with possible special needs To report back to the Area Manager as required with information relating to finance, quality of the provision and anything else deemed necessary To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Area Manager. This job description works alongside those of all other personnel. The nursery manager's responsibility is to ensure that the staff team are working to their full potential and implement support programmes and training according to individual needs to achieve this. Job Type / Category This is a full time post working a minimum of 40 hours a week, with overtime as necessary. The nursery is open 51 weeks a year, closing for 1 week at Christmas and public holidays only. The role involves working a variety of shifts between the hours of 7.30 AM and 6.30 PM on a changing rota. Salary is paid on a 4 weekly basis, paid in arrears. Essential criteria- Level 3 or higher Full and Relevant Early Years qualification Enhanced DBS check. Minimum of 2 years of management experience An understanding of and experience of undertaking Ofsted inspections. Understanding and experience of supporting a team, including the role of CPD and the appraisal process. Desirable criteria- A leadership and management qualification Designated Lead Safeguarding training Experience of supporting SEND children and families First Aid