Nursery Manager
Job in
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-02
Listing for:
Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-02
Job specializations:
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Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager, Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Up to £45,000 per annum DOE and Up to 25% annual salary bonus About the Benefits
- Up to 25% annual salary bonus
- Up to 33 days holiday inlusive 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.
- Busy Bees Quedgeley is a purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester.
- Rated Good by Ofsted
- Capacity for 105 children
- Free on-site parking available for staff, making commuting convenient.
- A rewarding and supportive workplace where our dedicated team can thrive
This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, including quality of education, staff leadership, safeguarding, and operational performance. You will have the autonomy to shape your team, culture, and practice, supported by a dedicated regional and central support structure.
Key responsibilities- 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 with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets
We are looking for someone who brings:
- Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams
- Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements
- A track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a wider leadership structure
- A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality
- NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
- Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.
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