Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager Job Opportunity – Busy Bees St Davids Park

Join Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, and take the next step in your early years career as a Nursery Manager. If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years of leadership experience in an early years setting, this is your opportunity to lead a high-quality nursery environment where children thrive through learning and play.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is one of the largest early education providers in the UK, operating nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and an expanding global presence. We are committed to delivering exceptional early years education and ensuring every child receives the best possible start in life. Our award-winning workplace culture reflects our dedication to supporting, valuing, and developing every member of our team.

Why Join Busy Bees?

At Busy Bees, you’ll work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and leadership will shape inspiring learning spaces. You’ll implement our innovative Bee Curious curriculum, designed to build confidence, independence, and curiosity in young children.

Our Community Impact

We are proud partners of BBC Children in Need, offering meaningful opportunities to contribute to charitable initiatives and support children and families across the UK.

About Busy Bees St Davids Park Nursery

Busy Bees St Davids Park is a large, well-established nursery with capacity for 129 children, from babies through to preschool age. The setting features bright, spacious rooms tailored to each age group, allowing children to develop at their own pace in a safe and stimulating environment.

The nursery includes secure outdoor play areas and is conveniently located just five minutes from Ewloe, close to Lakeside Business Park and surrounding offices. Public transport links include the nearby Sycamore Lodge bus stop, served by Arriva routes 4 and 4S, and free on-site parking is available.

Key Benefits

• Competitive salary with up to 25% annual bonus
• Up to 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Your birthday off as an additional benefit
• Significant childcare discounts
• Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression
• Access to the Hive benefits platform with retail discounts and wellbeing resources
• Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Workplace pension via Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance
• Opportunities for international travel and professional exchange

Grow Your Career with Busy Bees

In addition to industry-leading benefits, you’ll have access to our “Grow with Us” programme, designed to support your long-term career development. From leadership training to international opportunities, Busy Bees invests in your future while you shape the future of young learners.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.