Nursery Manager

Role Overview:

Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Leicester Oadby - Up to £40,000 + Bonus

Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, is looking for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead our “Good”-rated Leicester Oadby nursery. If you’re passionate about early years, hold a Level 3 childcare qualification, and have 2+ years of leadership experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Busy Bees?

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Competitive pay up to £40k

Career progression and ongoing professional development

Access to our Bee Curious curriculum

33 days holiday, including your birthday off

Significant childcare discount

Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus

Wellbeing support via Hive, including retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme, PMI discounts & pension access

Opportunities to travel internationally and learn new practices

About Busy Bees Leicester Oadby

Rated “Good” by Ofsted

Capacity for 52 children

Purpose‑built, single‑level nursery with three spacious rooms

Warm, friendly environment designed for learning and play

Free staff parking

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.

If you’re ready to lead a thriving nursery and make a real impact, apply today and grow your career with Busy Bees.