Job Description

Nursery Manager - Montessori by Busy Bees London Kenton Preston Hill.

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Montessori by Busy Bees London Kenton Preston Hill | North West London

Lead, Inspire and Shape Young Minds

Are you an experienced

Early Years Nursery Manager

with a passion for

Montessori-inspired learning

and child-led education?
Montessori by

Busy Bees London Kenton Preston Hill

is seeking an exceptional

Nursery Manager

to lead our nurturing, purpose-built early years setting and inspire both children and educators to thrive.
With a

Level 3 Childcare qualification

, a minimum of

two years leadership experience

, and strong

EYFS knowledge

, you'll bring energy, creativity, and vision to a role where learning is meaningful, playful, and child-centred.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the

UK's leading nursery group

, with nearly

400 nurseries nationwide

and an expanding international presence. We are committed to giving every child

the best start in life

, combining high-quality early education with a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
Award-winning and values-led, Busy Bees ensures every team member feels

heard, valued, and empowered

to grow.

Why Join Busy Bees?

At Busy Bees, you'll be supported to deliver exceptional early years education through our

Bee Curious Curriculum

, which aligns beautifully with

Montessori principles

, encouraging independence, curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.
You'll benefit from:
Strong operational and leadership support Continuous

CPD and career progression opportunities

A culture that truly celebrates and invests in its people

Our Nursery - London Kenton Preston Hill

Montessori by Busy Bees London Kenton Preston Hill

, rated

Good by Ofsted

, is a warm, welcoming nursery caring for up to

47 children

. Our experienced team creates a safe, stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop independence, and build positive relationships.
Located in

North West London

, the nursery is easily accessible by car and public transport:

Kingsbury Underground Station

- approx. 15-minute walk

Free onsite parking & buggy storage

Complimentary staff lunches

Our

outdoor learning space

offers climbing frames, hula hoops, and creative play areas, supporting children's physical, emotional, and social development in line with Montessori and EYFS values.

Community & Charitable Impac

Through our partnership with

BBC Children in Need

, our teams actively engage in fundraising and community initiatives that make a real difference to children's lives both locally and nationally.

Busy Bees Benefits

We believe in rewarding our people with outstanding benefits, including:
?

Up to 25% annual salary bonus

? Competitive salary ?

Up to 33 days holiday

(including bank holidays) ?

Your birthday off - paid!

? Significant

childcare discounts

? Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus ? Ongoing professional development & leadership training ?

Hive Benefits Platform

- retail discounts & wellbeing hub ? Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders ? Menopause support through

Peppy

? Financial wellbeing via

Salary Finance

? Cycle to Work scheme ? Workplace pension with

Cushon

? Discounted

Private Medical Insurance

? International opportunities to learn and work across Busy Bees nurseries worldwide

Grow With Us

Our

Hive Wellbeing & Benefits Platform

offers:
A comprehensive

Wellbeing Hub

for mental and physical health A

Celebrating You

programme recognising outstanding contributions

Grow With Us

development pathways designed to help you flourish as a leader in early years education

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. Montessori Qualification or experience in a Montessori setting desirable 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!