Nursery Early Years Childcare Manager

Role Overview :  Join Our Award-Winning Team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees at QE Gateshead Nursery Manager Opportunity
Are you a passionate childcare professional ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference?  Kids 1st by Busy Bees  , part of the UKs leading nursery group, is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated  Nursery Manager  to join our thriving  Gateshead QE  setting.

If you hold a  Level 3 childcare qualification  and have  at least two years leadership experience  in an early years setting, this is your chance to bring your creativity, energy, and  EYFS expertise  to a place where children flourish and careers grow.

1 nursery group  with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more overseas were committed to giving every child the  best start in life  . Our award-winning workplace culture ensures that every team member is  valued, supported, and empowered  to thrive.

When you join Kids 1st by Busy Bees, you become part of a supportive team dedicated to creating inspiring environments where children can  learn, play, and grow  . Youll also get to deliver our innovative  Bee Curious Curriculum  , designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Were proud to champion community initiatives too through our partnership with  BBC Children in Need  , youll have the chance to make a real difference beyond the nursery walls.

About Our Gateshead QE Nursery
Our  Gateshead QE nursery  , rated  Good by Ofsted  , offers a warm, welcoming space for up to 108 children  . With excellent transport links (a 2-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, 5 minutes from Low Fell town centre, and close to the A1 and Durham), plus  complimentary onsite parking  , getting here is easy.

Up to 25% annual salary bonus
Competitive salary & career progression opportunities
Up to 33 days holiday  (including bank holidays)

 Your birthday off our gift to you!
Substantial  childcare discount
Ongoing  professional development & training
Access to our  Hive benefits platform  with exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources
Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus

 Menopause 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 practices in early years education with our talent exchange programme

Our  Hive Wellbeing Hub  also offers mental health support, a dedicated  Celebrating You  space to recognise your achievements, and a  Grow With Us  programme to fuel your career ambitions.

Quality Improvement:
Financial Oversight:
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.
NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.