Assistant Nursery Manager

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Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the centre, leading a team towards educational excellence in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Busy Bees Addlestone is a newly purpose‑built nursery with a capacity of 113 children. It features large outdoor areas that encourage exploration and play, is located within a five‑minute walk to the high street and just ten minutes from the train station, provides free parking for staff, and offers flexible working arrangements to create a supportive environment.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices

Plus access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform, a wellbeing hub, a “Celebrating You” section, and a “Grow with Us” area to support your professional development.

Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections.

If you are ready to make a positive impact in early childhood education and childcare, we encourage you to apply for the Assistant Nursery Manager position at Busy Bees.

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
• Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high‑quality curriculum tailored to children's needs.
• Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.
• Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
• Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.

• Approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience with in an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.
• Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork.
• Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.

Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!