Nursery Manager (Gloucester)
21 days ago
Gloucester
Nursery Manager – Join Busy Bees Quedgeley!\n\n Are you an inspiring leader ready to make a real difference in early years education? At Busy Bees, we’re looking for an exceptional Nursery Manager to lead with passion, creativity, and purpose. \n\n With your Level 3 childcare qualification and at least two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting, you’ll bring energy, expertise, and a strong understanding of the EYFS framework to a team dedicated to giving every child the very best start in life. \n\n If you’re ready to create a vibrant, nurturing environment where children thrive and teams flourish — we’d love to hear from you! \n\nAbout Busy Bees\n\n Busy Bees is the UK’s largest nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and a growing international presence. We’re proud to be recognized not only for our high-quality childcare but also for our award-winning workplace culture. \n\n Our mission is simple: to give every child the best start in life. We know that starts with supporting, valuing, and investing in our people. At Busy Bees, every team member is heard, respected, and empowered to grow. \n\nWhy Work at Busy Bees?\n\n As a Nursery Manager, you’ll lead a supportive and passionate team in creating engaging, stimulating learning environments where children can explore, discover, and build confidence. \n\n You’ll also work with our innovative Bee Curious curriculum, designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and nurture a lifelong love of learning. \n\nMaking a Difference Beyond the Nursery\n\n Through our proud partnership with BBC Children in Need, you’ll have opportunities to get involved in meaningful fundraising and community initiatives that positively impact children’s lives across the UK. \n\nAbout Busy Bees Quedgeley\n\n Busy Bees Quedgeley is an Ofsted-rated Good, purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester, caring for up to 105 children. \n\n We provide a warm, welcoming environment designed to support children’s development at every stage of their early years journey. Our nursery offers: \n\n • A purpose-built, well-equipped setting\n, • A nurturing and dedicated team\n, • Free on-site parking for staff\n, • A supportive leadership structure\n, • Up to 25% annual salary bonus\n, • Competitive salary\n, • \nUp to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)\n, • \nYour birthday off – our gift to you 🎉\n, • Significant childcare discount\n, • Ongoing professional development and clear career progression\n, • Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Workplace pension access through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n, • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.\n, • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.\n, • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.\n, • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.\n, • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.\n, • 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.\n, • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability, and excellent communication skills.\n, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.\n, • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.\n, • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.\n