Role Overview:
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Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Are
you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood
education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy
Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the
day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic
opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced
environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children
while leading a team towards educational excellence.
About Us
Busy
Bees is the UKs leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries
across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every
child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for
our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of
our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy
Bees?
We offer a supportive environment that
empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children
can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique
Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence
in young learners.
Our
Charitable Commitment
Through our partnership
with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for
community involvement and fundraising to support childrens
lives.
About our
Nursery
York is an Ofsted-rated
"Outstanding" nursery with a capacity of 120 children. It is a
large, purpose-built facility that was fully refurbished in 2017.
The nursery offers age-appropriate rooms, all of which have access
to outdoor areas, including a unique enclosed woodland walk.
Located on Eccles Close in Rawcliffe, the nursery is easily
accessible by public transport, with several bus routes serving the
area. One of the nearest bus stops is just a few minutes walk away
on the A19. The facility also provides free parking for added
convenience.
Busy
Bees Benefits
* Competitive
salary
* Ongoing professional development and
career progression
* Our ‘Hive’ benefits and
wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including
bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – it’s our
gift to you!
* 50% childcare discount
* Enhanced family leave and return to work
bonus
* Menopause support through Peppy
* Financial support through Salary Finance
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental
Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Easy access to your workplace pension through
Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance
(PMI)
* Opportunities to travel to other
countries, experience different cultures and learn new
practices.
But wait, there’s more!
Youll also enjoy access to our Benefits and
Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of
retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a
Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support
your physical and mental health. A Celebrating
You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward
our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us
area sharing the exciting development opportunities and
training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy
Bees.
Join our supportive and collaborative work
environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful
connections.
If you are ready to make a positive impact
in the field of early childhood education and childcare, we
encourage you to apply for the Nursery Manager position at Busy
Bees.
Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take
the next step in your career.
Role Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Centre Director in overseeing the
daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
* Assist in developing and delivering an engaging,
high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of
children.
* Ensure the centre complies with all
relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and
health standards.
* Provide leadership and
mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated
team.
* Lead efforts to enhance customer
satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a
positive centre experience for families.
* Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling,
payroll, and recruitment.
* Manage operational
records and support financial planning to ensure
sustainability.
Required Qualifications:
Ideal
Candidate:
* An approved Level 3 qualification or above
in early years education.Experience within an early years setting,
with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a
Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery
Manager.
* Proven track
record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum
development.
* Strong
communication and organisational skills, with a focus on
teamwork.
* Experience in
maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and
safety protocols.
Lead with passion and help create a
nurturing learning environment—apply now!