Join Us as the Founding Nursery Manager!
Location: Guernsey, Busy Bees at Peter Port - Queens Road, Guernsey, GY1 1RH
Start Date: Ahead of Grand Opening (Date TBC)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Additional Perks: 3 Months Paid Accommodation + Full Relocation Support
This Isn't Just a Nursery Opening—It's a Milestone Moment!
Be the first to bring the magic of Busy Bees to the beautiful island of Guernsey! We are thrilled to become a cherished part of the community, dedicated to providing exceptional early education in a stunning new setting that children and families will adore.
This is your opportunity to lead with energy, ambition, and heart—equipped with all the tools and trust you need to build something brilliant.
Be the First Voice, First Leader, and First Inspiration
* Build Your Dream Team: Recruit, mentor, and nurture a passionate group of early years professionals.
* Shape a Blank Canvas: Influence the layout, routines, resources, and daily experiences.
* Lead with Purpose: Bring Busy Bees' gold-standard care to a brand-new community.
* Champion the Bee Curious Curriculum: Embrace a modern, exploratory approach to early education.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Lead the successful opening and long-term operation of the nursery.
* Set a tone of warmth, trust, and high standards from day one.
* Ensure compliance with EYFS and Guernsey's local regulatory frameworks.
* Partner with parents, professionals, and the wider island community.
* Inspire your team to deliver best-in-class care, education, and support.
* Collaborate with senior leaders across Busy Bees UK to achieve excellence.
You Bring
* A Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
* Minimum 2 years experience managing or deputy managing a nursery setting.
* A genuine passion for building and leading teams.
* A strong knowledge of EYFS and commitment to child-led learning.
* Ambition to create a new centre culture from scratch.
* Leadership that balances kindness, high expectations, and joy.
Why This Role Is Different
* You're not inheriting someone else's nursery—you're launching your own!
* You'll be seen as the face of Busy Bees Guernsey, with full trust and support.
* You'll gain national recognition and career development as the founding leader.
* You'll have the infrastructure of a world-class nursery group behind you.
Busy Bees Benefits—Because You Deserve the Best!
* Up to 25% performance bonus annually.
* Paid accommodation for 3 months + full relocation support to Guernsey.
* Birthday off, every year—our gift to you!
* Exceptional training, leadership development, and career growth opportunities.
* Access to Bee Curious, our exciting, child-led curriculum model.
* Up to 50% childcare discount.
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus.
* Access to our Hive wellbeing hub, with mental health and lifestyle support.
* Cycle to Work, pension scheme, and financial planning support.
* International exchange opportunities through our Global Talent Program.
* Regular rewards, recognition, and Celebrating You initiatives for outstanding contributions.
Apply Now!
If you're a dynamic early years leader with the vision and drive to launch a new flagship centre, we want to hear from you. Join us and lead something truly special!