Nursery Manager

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Montessori by Busy Bees High Wycombe– Leading Nursery Group in the UK!
Salary:
Up to £50,000 per annum DOE plus up to 25% annual salary bonus

Maternity cover for 12 months

Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make a difference.

Are you an experienced early years leader ready to take the next step in your career?

At Busy Bees, we believe 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Welcome to Montessori by Busy Bees, conveniently located in the heart of Loudwater, High Wycombe. Here we embrace the principles of the Montessori method, fostering self-directed learning, independent exploration, and collaborative play.

Nestled in a charming three-storey listed building, our nursery boasts crafted indoor and outdoor spaces, meticulously designed with the Montessori method at its core, fostering a love for learning, independence, and creativity in every child.

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Your birthday off – our gift to you!
• 50% Childcare discount
• Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety etc)
• Access to high-quality training and leadership development
• Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles
• Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus
• Menopause & Mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan
• Discounted Private Medical insurance
• Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practise in early years with our Global Talent exchange programme.

• Excellent transport links with the 37 bus stop located directly outside the nursery and many other bus services within a 5-minute walk
• Access to Pick Me Up , High Wycombe’s on-demand minibus service, offering convenient pick-up from nearby bus stop locations
• Located close to the M40
• Peaceful riverside setting with scenic walking routes
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Local amenities within walking distance including:
• Home Bargains
• Dunelm
• The Range
• Morrisons Local
• Tesco

Our nursery combines convenience, nature, and a nurturing atmosphere to create a fantastic place to work and grow your career.

• Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision
• Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children
• Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community
• Work closely…