Childcare & nursery manager

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.
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.
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.
Up to 25% annual salary bonus
Competitive salary
Up to 33 days holiday  (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off  – our gift to you &##127881;
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
Financial wellbeing support via  Salary Finance
Cycle to Work scheme
Workplace pension through  Cushon
Discounted  Private Medical Insurance
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
Grow With Us  , showcasing development and training opportunities to help you thrive
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.