Assistant Nursery Manager

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK. Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role that aims to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team toward educational excellence.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have won awards for our workplace culture. We strive to ensure every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Busy Bees Harrow, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 56 children and offers quality early years education from babies to preschoolers. Each child is guided and supported by a caring team, ensuring they receive the best start to their education through a wide range of activities and opportunities. Our North West London nursery is located on Francis Road, a five-minute drive from St Ann's Shopping Centre, with transport links to the Metropolitan Line, Bakerloo Line, and Overground.

The nearest station, Kenton, is a five-minute walk away. We provide complimentary lunches for our children and feature a spacious indoor area alongside a large outdoor garden that encourages independence, curiosity, and safe risk-taking.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and experience different cultures

Additionally, access our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support physical and mental health, a Celebrating You section to recognise team members, and a Grow with Us area for development opportunities and training.

• Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
• Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs.
• Ensure the centre complies with regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering a cohesive and motivated team.
• Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and a positive centre experience for families.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
• Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.

• Approved Level 3 qualification or higher in early years education
• Experience in an early years setting with leadership or supervisory experience, ideally as Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager
• Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a focus on teamwork
• Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols

Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!