Nursery Manager

Role Overview :
Nursery Manager Job Opportunity – Busy Bees St Albans Bernard Street    Join the UK’s Leading Nursery Group
Are you an inspiring   Nursery Manager   ready to lead with heart, creativity and purpose? At   Busy Bees   , we’re looking for a passionate early years professional to create a joyful, nurturing environment where children, families and teams truly thrive.
With your   Level 3 childcare qualification   , strong   EYFS knowledge   , and at least   two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting   , you’ll play a vital role in shaping exceptional learning experiences and supporting your team to be the very best they can be.

About Busy Bees    Busy Bees is the   UK’s leading nursery group   , with nearly  400 nurseries across the UK   and an expanding global presence. Our mission is simple but powerful:
to give every child the best start in life   .
We’re proud to be recognised for our positive workplace culture, where every colleague feels   valued, supported and empowered to grow   .

Why Work at Busy Bees?
At Busy Bees, you’ll be supported to lead with confidence and creativity. You’ll work with our   Bee Curious curriculum   , designed to nurture curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning in every child.
We invest in our people, offering clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative environment where your voice matters.

Making a Difference Together    Through our long-standing partnership with   BBC Children in Need   , our teams have meaningful opportunities to give back to the community and make a real difference in children’s lives beyond the nursery walls.

About Our Nursery – St Albans Bernard Street    Busy Bees   St Albans Bernard Street   is a warm, welcoming nursery rated   Good by Ofsted   , with places for  63 children   . Our experienced, long-standing team is deeply committed to providing high-quality early education and building strong connections with local schools and food banks.
Conveniently located just  20 minutes from St Albans City Station   and  10 minutes from the shopping centre   , the nursery also offers   free parking   , making it easily accessible for both families and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a close-knit, community-focused setting.

Busy Bees Benefits    We believe our people deserve to feel supported, rewarded and celebrated.
Up to  25% annual salary bonus

Competitive salary

Up to  33 days holiday   (including bank holidays)

Your birthday off   – our gift to you

Significant childcare discount

Ongoing training, leadership development and career progression

Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders

Menopause support through   Peppy

Financial wellbeing support via   Salary Finance

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension through   Cushon

Discounted   Private Medical Insurance

Opportunities to work and learn   internationally

Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Platform    You’ll also enjoy full access to   Hive   , our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, featuring:
A wide range of   retail discounts

A dedicated   Wellbeing Hub   for physical and mental health support

Celebrating You   , recognising the achievements of our teams

Grow With Us   , showcasing development and training opportunities to help you thrive

Role Responsibilities:

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.

Required Qualifications:

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!