Role Overview: Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park - Up to £45,000
Looking for a Nursery Manager role where you’re supported, valued, and empowered to lead with confidence? Busy Bees — the UK’s No.1 childcare provider — is searching for an inspiring Nursery Manager to join our Leicester Meridian Park nursery.
If you’re exploring Nursery Manager jobs in Leicester, Early Years Manager roles, or Childcare Manager opportunities, this is a standout opportunity to grow your career with a trusted, forward‑thinking childcare group.
⭐ Why This Role Stands Out
Busy Bees offers one of the strongest benefits packages in the early years sector — designed to support your wellbeing, reward your leadership, and help you thrive.
You’ll enjoy:
Competitive salary + up to 25% annual bonus
Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off — paid
Significant childcare discount
Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus
Hive Benefits & huge retail discounts
Menopause support via Peppy
Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance
Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work scheme & workplace pension
Discounted private medical insurance
Funded training, development & clear career progression
Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from Busy Bees nurseries around the world
🧸 What You’ll Do
As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead your team to deliver exceptional early years education in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards. You’ll create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow with confidence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, inspire, and motivate your team
Ensure full EYFS, Ofsted, and safeguarding compliance
Drive quality improvement across the nursery
Manage budgets, occupancy, and resources
Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community
Support staff development and professional growth
Perfect for an experienced Nursery Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager, Early Years Manager, or Childcare Manager ready to step up.
Role Responsibilities: 🏡 About Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park
Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Park is an Ofsted‑rated “Good” nursery caring for up to 130 children. It offers:
Spacious, age‑specific outdoor areas
A strong focus on learning through play
A rich, stimulating environment indoors and out
Calming, well‑designed rooms tailored to each age group
Conveniently located in Meridian Leisure and Business Park, the nursery is:
Just minutes from the M1 and M69
Close to public transport links
Equipped with free staff parking
It’s a modern, well‑resourced setting where your leadership will make a meaningful impact.
Required Qualifications: 👤 About You
We’re looking for a confident, ambitious leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of childcare.
You’ll bring:
Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ)
Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
A commercially minded, proactive approach
A genuine passion for early years education
🚀 Apply Today If you’re searching for Nursery Manager jobs in Leicester and want to join a supportive, ambitious, and forward‑thinking childcare provider, apply today and become part of the Busy Bees family.
Lead with purpose. Inspire young minds. Build your future with Busy Bees