Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries


Date: 5 hours ago
City: Watford
Contract type: Full time
Join Our Team at Busy Bees Watford! - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Watford

Up to 25% Bonus | Prime location| Great Commuter Links

Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to make a difference? We’re looking for a Nursery Manager with a Level 3 qualification and 2+ years’ leadership experience to lead our welcoming 58-place nursery in Busy Bees Watford!

Why Busy Bees?

  • We’re the UK’s No.1 nursery group, with nearly 400 settings and growing
  • We champion exceptional early years care and a workplace culture that’s award-winning
  • Our Bee Curious curriculum puts curiosity, confidence, and child-led learning at the heart of every day
  • Proud charity partners with BBC Children in Need - make a difference beyond the nursery walls

About Busy Bees Watford

  • Ofsted-rated Good - proud to provide outstanding care and learning
  • Small & friendly - capacity for just 46 children
  • Passionate team - dedicated to giving every child the best start
  • Prime location - on the grounds of Watford Hospital
  • Easy commute - bus stop right outside + 10 min walk to Watford Junction & High Street stations
  • Perks you’ll enjoy - flexible shifts & free on-site parking

Amazing Benefits

  • Up to 25% salary bonus
  • 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) + your birthday off!
  • Childcare discount, enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
  • Ongoing training, development & career growth
  • Hive platform: wellbeing hub, retail discounts, and celebrating your wins
  • Private medical insurance, menopause & mental health support, and more
  • Global learning with international talent exchange opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
  • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
  • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
  • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
  • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
  • Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

About You

  • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education.
  • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
  • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.

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.

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

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