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Nursery Manager
Join Montessori by Busy Bees West Hampstead Fortune Green – The UK’s Leading Nursery Group
About Montessori By Busy Bees
At Busy Bees, we’re passionate about giving every child the very best start in life. As the UK’s largest nursery provider, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and a growing international presence, we’re proud of our award-winning workplace culture.
We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we create an environment where every team member feels supported, valued, and inspired to grow.
Montessori is a method of education based around the Montessori theory of self-directed learning, independent exploration, and collaborative play. Within Montessori early learning environments, children are given a variety of choices in their learning, allowing them to explore and develop their knowledge of the world and develop to their full potential.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
Joining Busy Bees means becoming part of a nurturing, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter. You’ll help create safe, stimulating environments where children can learn, explore, and flourish.
You’ll also be trained in our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and support every stage of early childhood development.
Making a Difference Together
We’re proud to partner with BBC Children in Need, giving our teams meaningful opportunities to support local communities through fundraising and charitable initiatives that truly impact children’s lives.
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About Our Nursery – West Hampstead Fortune Green
Our Busy Bees nursery in West Hampstead Fortune Green is rated Good by Ofsted and provides care for up to 40 children.
Purpose-built rooms tailored to each age group Encourages development at every stage while building strong friendships Bright, airy learning spaces designed to inspire curiosity A blend of Montessori-style learning, sensory play, and creative activities
Conveniently located just a short distance from West Hampstead station (Jubilee, Overground, and Thameslink) and right next to Fortune Green Park, our nursery offers easy access for families and a beautiful setting for outdoor exploration.
From reading corners to role play and hands-on learning experiences, there’s always something to engage and excite every child.
Busy Bees Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and lifestyle:
Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression opportunities Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – our gift to you 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance
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Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development Build strong relationships with families and the local community Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets
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.
Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!
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