Busy Bees Nurseries
Assistant Nursery Manager
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Assistant Nursery Manager
Assistant Centre Director – Early Childcare Leadership Opportunity at Busy Bees
Passionate early childhood educators with management experience, focus on this critical leadership role supporting quality childcare at Busy Bees – the UK’s leading nursery group.
About the Role
Busy Bees is seeking an Assistant Centre Director to support the Centre Director in managing daily operations at this vibrant nursery in West Dundee. This role sits at the heart of delivering exceptional early years education, driving team performance and ensuring regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, championing play-based learning through Busy Bees’ innovative Bee Curious curriculum, while fostering a culture of continuous professional development and workplace wellbeing.
About Busy Bees
At the forefront of early childhood provision across the UK, Busy Bees operates 390+ nursery centres, integrating cutting-edge practices with inclusive values. Recognised as a leader in workplace culture, we prioritise:
- A values-driven approach to childcare excellence
- Investing in staff growth through bespoke training programmes
- Supporting community impact through partnerships with charities like BBC Children in Need
Our West Dundee nursery, nestled in scenic grounds at Ninewells Hospital, serves 94 children with:
- A nurturing, nature-filled setting enhanced with playground areas
- Proximity to the A90 (5 mins drive) and Dundee city centre (10 mins)
- Free dedicated on-site parking
Why Join Us?
Competitive Rewards Package
- Competitive salary to reflect your expertise
- 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off
- 50% discount on childcare fees for your own children
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- Ongoing professional development tailored to your ambitions
- ‘Grow with Us’ pathway with academic support and mentorship
- Guaranteed growth opportunities at multiple UK and international sites
Protect Health and Wellbeing
- Menopause support through Peppy
- Counselling platform and network of Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work, private medical insurance (PMI) and pension contributions
Exclusive Benefit Platform: Hive
Exclusive perks including:
- Retail discounts (food, tech, fashion etc.)
- H&M Artist Discounts featured every month
- Kiss The Buck dental discounts
- Wellbeing Hub with resources for mental and physical health
Plus recognising excellence through ‘Celebrating You’ awards.
Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Centre Director, you will:
Operational Leadership
-Support the Centre Director in daily management, ensuring educational standards are upheld -Develop and sustain the quality of learning environments, aligned with EYFS -Monitor and improve safety, hygiene and welfare to meet all regulatory criteria
Team Development
-Provide clear leadership to ensure staff are skilled, motivated and empowered -Mentor team members (EYPs, nursery staff) through feedback and training -Foster collaboration and positive working relationships across roles
Curriculum Delivery
-Assist in curriculum design, ensuring it is inclusive, creative and child-led -Arrange activities and educational experiences within Busy Bees’ Bee Curious framework
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Administrative Integration
-Assist with scheduling, payroll, contracts and compliance documentation -Ledgers operational challenges, supporting budgeting practices and financial viability
Required Qualifications & Experience
Essential Criteria:
- Qualified with Level 3 Early Years (or above) and current progression to a regulated SEND qualification (if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years’ posts as a Deputy/Nursery Manager or similar leadership role
- Proven experience in curriculum delivery, staff training and quality assurance
- Strong familiarity with regulatory compliance (e.g. CQC, EYFS guidelines)
- An assured teamwork ethos and excellent political judgement when sourcing key partnerships
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of 4 Welfare Less & UK safeguarding policies
- Working in an inclusive environment & adaptive approaches
Ideal Candidate
You are a nurturing leader who thrives under pressure and thrives within:
- Fast-paced settings where every child has a distinct learning journey
- Organisations prioritising data-driven insights paired with child-centred practice
- Teams that innovate while maintaining tradition and family values
Next Steps
Embark on an unparalleled career with impactful training and rewarding opportunities—apply now! Your journey starts here at Busy Bees.
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