Join Our Team at Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore!
Position: Nursery Manager (Fixed Term Contract for 6 months - Maternity Cover)
Are you a superstar in early years education, ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations? At Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore, we’re on the lookout for a Nursery Manager who’s bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow!
Why You’ll Love It Here
At Busy Bees, we don’t just care for children—we inspire them! With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK (and more around the globe), we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group. We don’t just win awards for childcare; we also foster a workplace where everyone is heard, supported, and celebrated .
What's in it for You?
* A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matter
* Exclusive access to our playful, purpose-driven Bee Curious curriculum
* Opportunities to get involved in fun charity events with BBC Children in Need
* Loads of room to grow your career with us
About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 110 children. Our longstanding staff team is dedicated to meeting individual needs and providing all children with the best start in life. We enhance our community connections through visits from the local police station and fire service, and we actively contribute to our local food bank by collecting food every winter.
Our nursery features:
* A large, secure onsite car park
* Great bus links just a two-minute walk away
* Free parking for staff, ensuring convenient access to our welcoming environment
Busy Bees Benefits
* Up to 25% annual salary bonus
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
* Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
* Significant 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! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a huge array of retail discounts to help your money go further. Our Wellbeing Hub features resources to support your physical and mental health, and our Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognize and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.
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 ability along with excellent communication skills. Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritize 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, organizational, and communication skills
* A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education
Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!