Position Overview
This summer, Busy Bees is launching a brand‑new nursery in Whitstable and seeks an Assistant Nursery Manager to join the team and help shape the nursery culture from day one.
Responsibilities
* Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
* Develop and deliver an engaging, high‑quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health and safety standards.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.
* Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families.
* Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
* Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.
Qualifications
* Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
* Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage – ideally as Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner.
* Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills to inspire and support your team.
* Passionate about fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families.
Benefits
* Competitive salary – £35,089.60.
* Ongoing professional development and career progression.
* Birthday off.
* 50% childcare discount.
* Up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Menopause support through Peppy.
* Wellbeing perks including access to Hive.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Pension and financial perks, with workplace pension support via Cushon and salary finance support.
* Travel opportunities to learn from childcare professionals around the world.
* Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus.
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.
* Exclusive access to Hive benefits and wellbeing platform.
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