Join Our Team at Busy Bees London Kilburn!
Position: Maternity Cover Nursery Manager – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Are you a passionate and experienced early years leader ready for your next adventure? At Busy Bees, we’re on the lookout for an inspirational Nursery Manager to join our vibrant team 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 want to hear from you!
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK’s largest nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and a growing global presence. Our mission is simple: to give every child the best start in life. We take pride in our award-winning culture, where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to grow.
Why Work With Us?
At Busy Bees, you’ll thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to deliver our inspiring Bee Curious curriculum, designed to spark a lifelong love of learning in every child.
Our Charitable Commitment
We’re passionate about giving back! Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, you’ll have opportunities to engage in community initiatives and make a real difference in children’s lives beyond the nursery.
About Busy Bees London Kilburn
Rated “Good” by Ofsted, our London Kilburn nursery welcomes up to 70 children and is dedicated to providing a warm, stimulating, and enriching environment. Conveniently located on Victoria Road in Kilburn Square, we’re just a 5-minute walk from Kilburn High Road Overground station and served by multiple bus routes.
Our setting offers:
* A variety of exciting activities, from yoga and dance to football sessions
* Complimentary lunches for children
* A nurturing, curiosity-driven environment designed to support children’s development and independence
What We Offer
* Competitive salary with 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
Role 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
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 abilities along with excellent communication skills.
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.
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 !