Job Description

Role Overview:

Nursery Manager Job - Busy Bees St Albans Hospital

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Outstanding Nursery | Leading UK Nursery Group

Busy Bees is looking for an inspiring

Nursery Manager

to lead learning, laughter, and development at our

Outstanding-rated nursery in St Albans Hospital

. If you're a passionate early years professional with a

Level 3 childcare qualification

, strong

EYFS knowledge

, and

at least two years' leadership experience

, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
At Busy Bees, we believe great leaders shape bright futures - for children, families, and teams alike.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the

UK's leading nursery group

, with nearly

400 nurseries across the UK

and an expanding international presence. Our purpose is simple:

to give every child the best start in life

. We're equally committed to our people, creating a workplace where you feel supported, listened to, and empowered to grow.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

As a Nursery Manager at Busy Bees, you'll be trusted to lead with confidence in a supportive, values-led environment. You'll work with our

Bee Curious curriculum

, designed to nurture curiosity, independence, and confidence in young learners, while supporting your team to deliver outstanding early years education every day.

Giving Back to the Community

Through our long-standing partnership with

BBC Children in Need

, you'll have opportunities to take part in meaningful fundraising and community initiatives that make a real difference to children's lives.

About the Nursery - Busy Bees St Albans Hospital

Our

Ofsted Outstanding

nursery cares for up to

51 children

and is conveniently located just

15 minutes from the town centre

, with

bus stops directly outside

. We offer

free parking and lunch for staff

, as well as the option of a

four-day working week

, supporting a healthy work-life balance in a welcoming, professional setting.

Busy Bees Benefits

We believe great work deserves great rewards. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:Up to

25% annual salary bonus

Competitive salary

Ongoing

professional development

and clear career progression Up to

33 days' holiday

(including bank holidays)

Your birthday off

- on us

Significant childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support through

Peppy

Financial wellbeing support via

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

and Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Workplace pension through

Cushon

Discounted

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Opportunities to

work internationally

, explore new cultures, and learn best practices from across the globe

You'll also have full access to our

Hive Benefits and Wellbeing platform

, offering extensive retail discounts, wellbeing resources, recognition programmes, and tailored learning pathways through our

Grow With Us

development hub.
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!