Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Maternity Cover Nursery Manager – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Are you a passionate and experienced early years leader looking for your next opportunity? Busy Bees is seeking an inspirational Nursery Manager to join our team on a 12-month maternity cover contract at our London Kilburn nursery. If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification (or above) and have at least two years of leadership experience in early years settings, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dynamic team, nurture young minds, and create a positive, engaging learning environment – all while being part of the UK’s leading nursery group.
Busy Bees is the UK’s largest nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and an expanding global presence. Our mission is simple: to give every child the best start in life. At Busy Bees, you’ll thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and professional growth. You’ll also have the chance to deliver our inspiring Bee Curious curriculum, designed to spark a lifelong love of learning in every child.
Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, you’ll have opportunities to get involved in community initiatives and make a real difference to children’s lives beyond the nursery.
Rated “Good” by Ofsted, our London Kilburn nursery welcomes up to 70 children and is dedicated to providing a warm, stimulating, and enriching environment for every child.
Conveniently located on Victoria Road in Kilburn Square, the nursery is just a 5-minute walk from Kilburn High Road Overground station and served by multiple bus routes, making your commute quick and easy.
Complimentary lunches for children
A nurturing, curiosity-driven environment designed to support children’s development and independence
Competitive salary and up to 25% annual salary bonus
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off – on us!
Significant childcare discount
Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
Wellbeing support, including menopause support through Peppy and an Employee Assistance Programme
Financial wellbeing tools and Salary Finance support
Cycle to Work scheme and workplace pension access
Discounted private medical insurance (PMI)
Opportunities to travel, experience new cultures, and learn best practices
Access to Hive, our exclusive benefits platform with retail discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition programmes
If you’re ready to bring your leadership, creativity, and passion for early years education to Busy Bees, we’d love to welcome you to our hive for this 12-month maternity cover opportunity .
Quality Improvement: Financial Oversight: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.
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.
NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.