Assistant Nursery Manager

Assistant Nursery Manager at Busy Bees Nurseries

Join our team at Busy Bees – the UK’s leading nursery group. Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director you will support the Centre Director in overseeing day‑to‑day operations, ensuring educational standards are met, and guiding a team towards excellence in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Busy Bees operates nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and pride ourselves on a workplace culture that values, nurtures, and celebrates our team.

We provide a supportive environment where you can create engaging educational spaces, introduce our unique Bee Curious curriculum, and inspire curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• ‘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, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

• 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 regulatory requirements and maintains 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 and promoting a positive centre experience.
• 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.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Busy Bees Nurseries by 2×.