Job Description

Role Overview:

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Fulham

Location:

Fulham, London

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Are you a passionate early years leader ready for your next exciting challenge?

Busy Bees Fulham

is looking for a dynamic

Nursery Manager

to lead our buzzing nursery, where every day is an opportunity to inspire, nurture, and make a lasting impact.

What makes this role special?

At Busy Bees, we believe in creating a safe, engaging, and joyful environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive -- and it all starts with exceptional leadership. As our Nursery Manager, you'll take the lead in creating a warm, welcoming space for both children and staff.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. 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 member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to 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 offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Fulham, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 130 children and offers a caring, family environment dedicated to providing the "best start in life" for every child in our care. We focus on nurturing, embracing, and building each other, which is evident throughout the center, supported by an incredibly experienced, strong, and diverse team that meets the needs of children across all age ranges. Conveniently located in Southwest London, close to Parsons Green, our nursery provides a complimentary lunch for all children. Our amazing childcare setting features a dance studio, as well as an outdoor space and garden for children to explore. With endless opportunities at Busy Bees Fulham, your child will learn while having fun!

Busy Bees Benefits

Up to 25% annual salary bonus Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! Significant Childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.
Role Responsibilities:

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.

Required Qualifications:

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!