Role Overview: Nursery Manager Job – Busy Bees St Albans Hospital
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Outstanding Nursery | Leading UK Nursery Group
Busy Bees is looking for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead learning, laughter, and development at our Outstanding-rated nursery in St Albans Hospital. If you’re a passionate early years professional with a Level 3 childcare qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, and at least two years’ leadership experience, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
At Busy Bees, we believe great leaders shape bright futures – for children, families, and teams alike.
Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and an expanding international presence. Our purpose is simple: to give every child the best start in life. Why Work at Busy Bees?
As a Nursery Manager at Busy Bees, you’ll be trusted to lead with confidence in a supportive, values-led environment. You’ll work with our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture curiosity, independence, and confidence in young learners, while supporting your team to deliver outstanding early years education every day.
Giving Back to the Community
Through our long-standing partnership with BBC Children in Need, you’ll have opportunities to take part in meaningful fundraising and community initiatives that make a real difference to children’s lives.
About the Nursery – Busy Bees St Albans Hospital
Our Ofsted Outstanding nursery cares for up to 51 children and is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the town centre, with bus stops directly outside. We offer free parking and lunch for staff, as well as the option of a four-day working week, supporting a healthy work–life balance in a welcoming, professional setting.
Up to 25% annual salary bonus
Competitive salary
Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
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Significant childcare discount
Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance
Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work scheme
Workplace pension through Cushon
Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Opportunities to work internationally, explore new cultures, and learn best practices from across the globe
You’ll also have full access to our Hive Benefits and Wellbeing platform, offering extensive retail discounts, wellbeing resources, recognition programmes, and tailored learning pathways through our Grow With Us development hub.
Quality Improvement: Financial Oversight: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.
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.
NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.
Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager. xsngvjr
A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.