Busy Bees Nurseries
Assistant Nursery Manager
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Assistant Nursery Manager
Assistant Centre Director – Outdoor Play Leader (Hampshire)
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 Busy Bees
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and growing internationally. We are dedicated to providing every child with the best start in life and have been recognised with awards for our outstanding workplace culture.
At Busy Bees, we foster an environment where every team member feels heard, valued, and supported. Our mission is to nurture curiosity, confidence, and development in every child through our unique Bee Curious curriculum.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
- Work in a supportive and empowering environment
- Access our exclusive Bee Curriculm, designed to inspire young learners
- Participate in charitable initiatives, including fundraising for BBC Children in Need to support children in need
About Our Nursery
Join our team at Busy Bees’ Bishops Stortford Thorley, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery for 55 children. Our long-standing, passionate team creates a home-from-home atmosphere with:
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- A warm and welcoming community rooted in the Thorley area
- Convenient location with local shops nearby
- Free on-site parking and staff lunches
- Birthday off and a positive rewards system
This role offers a progressive career path in early years education, combining leadership, teamwork, and child-centred learning.
Busy Bees Benefits
🔹 Competitive salary 🔹 Ongoing professional development & career progression 🔹 Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub – discounts on retail, travel, and health resources 🔹 Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 🔹 Your birthday off (a gift from us!) 🔹 50% childcare discount 🔹 Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus 🔹 Menopause support through Peppy 🔹 Financial assistance via Salary Finance 🔹 Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders 🔹 Cycle-to-Work Scheme 🔹 Workplace pension support (Cushon) 🔹 Discounted Private Medical Insurance 🔹 Opportunities for travel and international experience
Additionally, our Hive platform offers:
- Retail discounts to stretch your budget further
- Wellbeing tools for physical and mental health
- Recognising achievements through a Celebrating You section
- Training & development via Grow with Us
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Key Responsibilities
- Support the Centre Director in managing day-to-day operations and upholding educational excellence
- Assist in curriculum design and delivery, ensuring a tailored, engaging learning experience for children
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards, health & safety, and safeguarding
- Lead and mentor teams, fostering a cohesive and motivated workforce
- Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and maintaining strong relations with families
- Handle administrative tasks (scheduling, payroll, recruitment)
- Manage financial planning and operational records
Ideal Candidate
✔ An approved Level 3 qualification (or higher) in early years education ✔ Experience in early years settings, ideally as an Assistant or Deputy Manager ✔ A track record of curriculum development and educational excellence ✔ Strong communication with a focus on teamwork and leadership ✔ Expertise in compliance with regulatory standards (*Ofsted, health & safety)
Ready to make a positive impact?
Apply now and take the next step in your career with Busy Bees—a tourbus when supporting young learners with guidance and love!
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