Nursery Manager

Location: Cheadle

Role Overview :
Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Cheadle Hulme - up to   £40,000.00 plus 25% bonus - 40 hours over 4 days
About the Benefits
Up to 25% annual salary bonus
Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
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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.
About Our Nursery
Our  Ofsted Good  nursery cares for up to  116 children  in a warm, welcoming environment.
What youll love about this setting:
Supportive, dedicated staff team
Convenient location near the A34 and major motorways
Cheadle Hulme station just four minutes away
Free on-site parking for families and staff

Role Responsibilities:

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

Required Qualifications:

About you
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
Qualifications and

Experience:

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.
About Busy Bees
Busy Bees is the UKs leading early years providers, with nurseries dedicated to giving children the very best start in life through safe, caring, and high-quality early education.
What this means for you is the chance to lead your nursery with real confidence, backed by a large, supportive organisation that helps you focus on what you do best. Youll benefit from strong operational support, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities to grow your career.
Youll also have the freedom to shape your setting in a way that reflects your leadership style and makes a real difference in your local community. If youre a passionate early years professional ready for your next step, this is your opportunity to grow with us.
Apply now
If youre an experienced early years leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, wed love to hear from you.