Job Description

Join Busy Bees Cheltenham Prestbury Road- as Our New Nursery Manager!

Are you a passionate Nursery Manager ready to inspire young minds? If you hold a

Level 3 childcare qualification

and have

at least two years of leadership experience

in early years settings, we'd love to welcome your energy, creativity, and EYFS expertise to our Busy Bees family. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact--and enjoy fantastic rewards while doing it.

Why Choose Busy Bees?

As the

UK's leading nursery group

with nearly

400 nurseries nationwide

, Busy Bees is committed to giving every child the best start in life . We've earned awards for our supportive workplace culture, and we're dedicated to ensuring every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered.
When you join us, you'll be introduced to our signature

Bee Curious Curriculum

, designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning in every child.

Our Community Commitment

We're proud to partner with

BBC Children in Need

, offering exciting opportunities for fundraising and community involvement to help improve children's lives across the country.

About Busy Bees Cheltenham Prestbury Road

Our Cheltenham Prestbury Road nursery--rated

Good

by Ofsted--supports up to

64 children

in a warm, nurturing, and progressive early years environment. Here's what you can expect:
A dedicated and supportive team passionate about giving children the best start Regular visits to local parks, the library, and a nearby care home to build community connections A convenient location just

10 minutes from Cheltenham town centre

Great transport links and local shops within a short walk

Free staff parking

, making your commute easy and stress-free

Busy Bees Employee Benefits

We believe in rewarding our team. Here's what you'll enjoy as a Busy Bees Nursery Manager:

Competitive salary

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

Up to

33 days' holiday

(including bank holidays)

Your birthday off

--our gift to you! Significant

childcare discount

Ongoing

professional development

and clear career pathways Access to our

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub

, featuring discounts from top retailers Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support via

Peppy

Financial wellbeing tools through

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through

Cushon

Discounted

Private Medical Insurance

Opportunities to

travel internationally

, learn new practices, and experience new cultures
And that's not all...
With

Hive

, you'll also enjoy a wealth of wellbeing resources, a "Celebrating You" section showcasing how we recognise our staff, and a "Grow With Us" area filled with training and development opportunities to help you thrive.

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.

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!