Assistant Nursery Manager

Assistant Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Nurseries

Busy Bees is launching an exciting nursery in St Peters Port, Guernsey, and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to help give children the best start in life. We’re looking for a founding team member who can shape nursery culture from day one and create an environment where children and staff thrive together.

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards
• Develop and deliver an engaging, high‑quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families
• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment
• Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development & career progression
• Birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension and financial perks via Cushon & Salary Finance
• Travel opportunities to learn from childcare professionals worldwide
• Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education
• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner an advantage
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team
• Passionate about fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families
• Applicants must be subject to States of Guernsey registration
• Safeguarding Children training Level 2 and 3 must be completed through the Islands Safeguarding Children’s Partnership

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and many overseas. We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners.

Our charitable commitment is supported through partnerships with BBC Children in Need, where we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK.

This is your chance to be part of something exciting and rewarding. Apply now and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!