Nursery Manager
hace 23 horas
Whitkirk
Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leeds Colton Mill!\n Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE plus a 25% annual salary bonus \n Are you ready to lead an amazing team and create a nursery where little minds can flourish? We’re on the lookout for an inspiring and passionate Nursery Manager to join the UK’s leading nursery group! \n If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years of leadership experience in an early years setting, we want to hear from you! Bring your energy, enthusiasm, and genuine passion for early years to our team, and help us create magical learning experiences. \n In return, you’ll enjoy fantastic rewards, opportunities for career development, and the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children every single day. Ready to bring your leadership sparkle to Busy Bees? Your next adventure starts here! About Busy Bees\n Busy Bees is the UK’s leading early years provider, dedicated to giving children the very best start in life through safe, caring, and high-quality early education. As a Nursery Manager, you’ll lead your nursery with confidence, backed by a supportive organization that allows you to focus on what you do best. \n You’ll benefit from: \n\n • Strong operational support\n, • Ongoing training\n, • Clear progression opportunities to grow your career\n\n Shape your setting to reflect your leadership style and make a real difference in your local community. If you’re a passionate early years professional ready for your next step, this is your opportunity to grow with us! About the Role\n This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for: \n\n • The day-to-day running of the nursery\n, • Quality of education\n, • Staff leadership\n, • Safeguarding\n, • Operational performance\n\n You will have the autonomy to shape your team, culture, and practice, supported by a dedicated regional and central support structure. About Our Nursery\n Our nursery offers a fantastic place to work, with a welcoming team and great transport connections. Here’s what makes us a great place to grow your career: \n\n • A fantastic team: Join a dedicated, friendly, and supportive team passionate about delivering exceptional care and inspiring learning.\n, • Great location: Conveniently situated just off the M1 at Junction 46, on Stile Hill Way.\n, • Close to the city: Just a 20-minute drive from Leeds City Centre.\n, • Excellent transport links: Nearby bus stops served by routes 19, 19A, and 22.\n, • Free on-site parking: Enjoy the added convenience of free parking at the nursery.\n\n With a supportive team, excellent accessibility, and a great location, our nursery is a wonderful place to build your career, develop your skills, and make a real difference every day! About the Benefits\n\n • Up to 25% annual salary bonus\n, • Up to 33 days holiday, including bank holidays\n, • Your birthday off – our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount\n, • Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety, etc.)\n, • Access to high-quality training and leadership development\n, • Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles\n, • Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus\n, • Menopause & mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan\n, • Discounted private medical insurance\n, • Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practices in early years with our Global Talent Exchange Programme\nRole Responsibilities\n Your key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading and managing the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision\n, • Ensuring full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards\n, • Driving continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children\n, • Managing staffing, recruitment, performance, and development\n, • Building strong relationships with families and the local community\n, • Working closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets\nRequired Qualifications\n We are looking for someone who brings: \n\n • Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting\n, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams\n, • Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements\n, • A track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards\n, • Confidence working both independently and as part of a wider leadership structure\n, • A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality\nQualifications and Experience\n To be successful in this role, you should have: \n\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, • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education\nApply Now!\n If you’re an experienced early years leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!