Join Our Team at Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore!
Position: Nursery Manager (Fixed Term Contract for 6 months - Maternity Cover)
Location: Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore
About Us: We are proud to be the leading nursery group in the UK, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country and more around the globe. At Busy Bees, we don’t just care for children—we inspire them!
Are You Our Next Superstar?
If you’re a passionate early years educator ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations, we want you on our team! We’re looking for a Nursery Manager who is bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow.
Why You’ll Love It Here
* A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas truly matter.
* Exclusive access to our playful, purpose-driven Bee Curious curriculum.
* Opportunities to participate in fun charity events with BBC Children in Need.
* Plenty of room to grow your career with us!
About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Oxford Littlemore is a purpose-built nursery rated Good by Ofsted, with a capacity for 110 children. Our longstanding staff team is dedicated to meeting individual needs and providing every child with the best start in life. We enhance community connections through visits from local services and actively contribute to our local food bank.
Conveniently located, we offer:
* A large, secure onsite car park.
* Great bus links just a two-minute walk away.
* Free parking for staff!
Exciting Benefits Await You!
* Up to 25% annual salary bonus.
* Ongoing professional development and career progression.
* Access to our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide 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.
* Opportunities to travel internationally and learn new practices.
But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, featuring:
* A wide array of retail discounts to help your money go further.
* A Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health.
* A Celebrating You section showcasing how we recognize and reward our valued team members.
* A dedicated Grow with Us area sharing exciting development opportunities and training designed to support your growth at Busy Bees.
Your 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.
Are You the Right Fit?
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 should be resourceful, commercially minded, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. 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 at Busy Bees!