Nursery Manager
8 days ago
Milton Keynes
Join Our Team at Busy Bees Milton Keynes Oldbrook!\n Salary: £44,000 plus up to 25% annual salary bonus \n Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make a difference. \n Are you an experienced early years leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Busy Bees, we believe that great nurseries start with great leaders. As a Nursery Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to lead your own team, shape the experience for children and families, and make a real difference every day with the support of a trusted national nursery group behind you. Why Busy Bees?\n\n • Grow your career: We’re passionate about developing our people. From leadership training to clear progression pathways, we’ll support you to build your skills and take your career wherever you want it to go.\n, • Lead and inspire your team: Create a positive, inclusive environment where your team can thrive. You’ll coach, motivate, and develop your colleagues, helping them reach their full potential.\n, • Make your mark: Every Busy Bees nursery is unique. We’ll give you the autonomy to lead your nursery, bring your ideas to life, and create an environment where children can learn, explore, and flourish.\n, • Make a difference: You’ll play a key role in giving children the best possible start in life while building strong relationships with families and your local community.\n, • Never feel like you're doing it alone: You’ll have the backing of your Nursery Support and Regional teams, giving you access to guidance, expertise, and resources whenever you need them.\nAbout Our Nursery\n Busy Bees Oldbrook nursery in Milton Keynes is a large, purpose-built nursery situated conveniently near local amenities and Milton Keynes Central train station. Our wonderful childcare setting has been designed with children in mind, featuring a single-storey construction and small base rooms that offer a welcoming and homely atmosphere for all our children to learn and develop. About the Benefits\n\n • Up to 25% annual salary bonus\n, • Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of 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 Key responsibilities: \n\n • Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision\n, • Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards\n, • Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children\n, • Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development\n, • Build strong relationships with families and the local community\n, • Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets\nAbout You\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\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, organisational, 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!
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