Assistant Nursery Manager

Assistant Centre Director – Busy Bees

We are looking for a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management to support the Centre Director in overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of a busy nursery.

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and pride ourselves on a supportive workplace culture.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive, and you will be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need we support community fundraising to benefit children’s lives.

Busy Bees Irby is an Ofsted‑rated “Outstanding” nursery with a capacity of 70 children, located in a charming converted farmhouse with a landscaped garden and nearby transport links. Free staff parking is available.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your 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, learn new practices and cultural experiences.

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
• Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high‑quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.
• 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 an 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.