Assistant Nursery Manager

Assistant Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Nurseries

Join our team as an Assistant Nursery Manager and support our Centre Director in delivering high‑quality early childhood education in a supportive, fast‑paced environment.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, operating nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have won awards for our workplace culture.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. Our Bee Curious curriculum fosters curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we provide community involvement and fundraising opportunities that support children's lives.

Busy Bees Nursery in Harrogate, South Drive, is an Ofsted‑rated “Good” facility with a capacity of 52 children. Conveniently located near transport links, this nursery provides an ideal environment for learning and development.

• 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)
• 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 and learn new practices

Learn from experienced colleagues, make meaningful connections, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic team.

• 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 compliance with all regulatory requirements and high safety and health standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering a cohesive and motivated team.
• Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service for families.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
• Manage operational records and support financial planning for sustainability.

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

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career.