Assistant Nursery Manager
4 days ago
Harrow
Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK\n\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 daily operations of our vibrant nursery. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact 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 Busy Bees Harrow, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 56 children and offers quality early years education from babies to preschoolers. Each child is guided and supported by our caring team, ensuring they receive the best start to their education through a wide range of exciting activities and fantastic learning opportunities. Our North West London nursery is conveniently located on Francis Road, just a five-minute drive from St Ann's Shopping Centre, with excellent transport links connecting to the Metropolitan Line, Bakerloo Line, and Overground. The nearest station, Kenton, is just a five-minute walk away. We provide complimentary lunches for our children and feature a spacious indoor area along with a large outdoor garden, where children are encouraged to be independent, curious, and take safe risks throughout their learning journey. \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