Assistant Nursery Manager
4 days ago
Sutton
Role Overview\n \n\nJoin Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK\n Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will play a vital role in supporting the Centre Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of our vibrant centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is eager to make a difference in the lives of children while guiding a dedicated team towards educational excellence. \n\nAbout Us\n Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and beyond. We are committed to giving every child the best start in life and take pride in our award-winning workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n\nWhy Work at Busy Bees?\n 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. \n\nOur Charitable Commitment\n Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we provide fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. \n\nAbout Our Nursery\n Cheam Nonsuch, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 83 children and features a long-serving, friendly, and welcoming staff team that is passionate about their work. Our nursery is conveniently located within walking distance of Nonsuch Park and Cheam Park, providing excellent opportunities for outings. We are situated onsite with Nonsuch High School and David Lloyd Gym, and we are also within walking distance to Cheam station, with bus services available nearby. Plus, we offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment. \n\nBusy Bees Benefits\n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression\n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers\n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial support through Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n, • Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.\n, • Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.\n, • Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.\n, • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.\n, • Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families.\n, • Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.\n, • An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.\n, • Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either an Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.\n, • Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development.\n, • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork.\n