Job Description
Join Our Team as Nursery Manager at Busy Bees Childcare – Swindon Broome!
Are you ready to lead a vibrant nursery where children flourish and staff feel truly valued?
Busy Bees, the UK’s largest and most trusted nursery group, is on the lookout for an inspiring Nursery Manager at Swindon Broome. If you have a passion for early years education and a knack for outstanding leadership, we want to hear from you!
Why Choose Busy Bees?
With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and many more globally, Busy Bees is dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. We pride ourselves on our excellence in childcare, education, and workplace culture. When you join us, you become part of a community that listens, supports, and invests in your success.
What You’ll Love About This Role
As our Nursery Manager, you’ll create a warm and welcoming environment where fun, learning, and development go hand-in-hand. You’ll:
* Inspire your team and champion the EYFS.
* Foster an atmosphere of curiosity, confidence, and joy with our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum.
Giving Back
We’re proud to partner with BBC Children in Need, offering you opportunities to engage in meaningful fundraising and community projects that truly change children’s lives.
About Our Nursery
Our purpose-built, single-level nursery features exceptional facilities designed for accessible, inclusive learning. Each age group enjoys its own dedicated outdoor garden—safe, stimulating, and perfect for exploration.
We’re rated Good by Ofsted, and our team is committed to striving for excellence every day.
Please note: the nearest bus stop is a 12–15 minute walk away.
Employee Benefits at Busy Bees
We believe in rewarding our people with an industry-leading benefits package, including:
* Up to 25% annual salary bonus
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Competitive pay with clear career development pathways
* Access to Hive, our wellbeing and retail discount platform
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Up to 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – on us!
* Generous childcare discount
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Menopause support through Peppy
* Financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance
* Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
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Cycle to Work scheme
* Workplace pension via Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
* Opportunities to travel internationally to learn new practices and experience different cultures
Plus even more through Hive:
* Huge retail discounts to make your money go further
* A Wellbeing Hub filled with tools and resources for mental & physical health
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Celebrating You – our recognition and rewards programme
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Grow With Us – development pathways and training designed to help you thrive
Your 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, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
* Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritise your workload effectively are essential.
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 become a vital part of our dynamic team!