Busy Bees Nurseries
Assistant Nursery Manager
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Assistant Nursery Manager
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 fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more internationally. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We offer a supportive environment empowering you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll access our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
Our Charitable Commitment
Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we provide opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Leicester Oadby is rated "Good" by Ofsted and accommodates 52 children. Opened in 2000, the purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, offering a welcoming, friendly, and happy environment for young learners.
The facility features:
- Three spacious, well-equipped rooms
- Free staff parking
- Joined our collaborative team by applying today.
Busy Bees Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- ‘Hive’ Benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across major retailers
- Up to 28 days holiday per annum (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off – our gift to you!
- 50% childcare discount
- Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
- Menopause support through Peppy
- Financial support via Salary Finance
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Easy pension access through Cushon
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
- Travel opportunities to other countries to share best practices
Additionally, gain access to:
- The Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – featuring retail discounts and physical/mental health resources.
- A Celebrating You section showcasing staff recognition efforts.
- Grow with Us area with career-development training.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
- Develop and deliver a highly engaging, curriculum tailored for young learners.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, health, and safety standards.
- Lead mentorship to staff, fostering a motivated team environment.
- Uplift customer satisfaction through exceptional service and a positive experience for families.
- Handle administrative tasks, including payroll, recruitment, and operational records.
- Support financial planning to maintain centre sustainability.
Ideal Candidate
Must include:
- Approved Level 3 qualification (or above) in early years education.
- Prior experience in early years, with leadership (e.g., Assistant/Deputy Nursery Manager).
- Record of educational excellence and curriculum development.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Compliance experience with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
Apply now to shape a nurturing learning environment and join a team making a difference!
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location