Job Description
Role Overview:
Build
Something Amazing from Day One at Busy
Bees!
This is your chance to
lead, shape, and
create something truly
special! Busy Bees is opening
a brand-new centre in
Whitstable, this October and we’re
looking for a visionary Nursery
Manager to set the tone and
establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best
start in life.
You won’t
just be joining a nursery you’ll be building a
nurturing, inspiring environment for up
to 110 children, where their
learning and growth will be guided by your
leadership, expertise, and
creativity.
Your
Opportunity to Make a
Mark
Shape the nursery’s culture &
vision – From the first day, your ideas
will bring this brand-new setting to
life
Build a passionate
team – Lead, inspire, and develop educators who
share your dedication
Create engaging learning
experiences – Set up activities, spaces, and
routines that nurture young minds
Drive
innovation – Implement fresh approaches that
make your nursery a beacon of excellence in
early childhood
education
Your Rewards
& Benefits
Competitive
salary – Up to £40,000 per
annum, plus up to 25% annual
salary bonus
Birthday off –
Because YOU deserve a
special day!
Significant childcare
discount – Supporting your family while shaping
young futures
Up to 33 days
holiday – Including bank
holidays!
Enhanced family leave & wellbeing
support – Plus menopause support through
Peppy
Cycle to Work
scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy
commute
Travel
opportunities – Gain international experience
and discover new childcare practices
Why Busy
Bees?
You’ll be valued, celebrated, and
empowered to create something
extraordinary
Lead a forward-thinking
nursery where your vision
matters
Work in a beautifully designed
setting that inspires both children and
educators
Role Responsibilities: Your Key
Responsibilities
Lead &
Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team,
and cultivate a culture of passion and
innovation
Quality
Improvement – Elevate educational programs,
refine operational processes, and
maintain exceptional
standards
️ Compliance &
Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that
meets all regulatory
requirements
Financial
Oversight – Manage budgets and resources
effectively to drive sustainability and
growth
Engagement &
Community – Build strong,
lasting relationships with parents, staff, and
the wider community
Professional
Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your
team, fostering a culture of growth and
excellence.
Required Qualifications:
About
You
Committed to
Excellence – Your top priority is
delivering outstanding childcare and early years
education
Resourceful &
Business-Savvy – You
balance commercial
awareness with heartfelt
leadership
Inspiring Leader &
Communicator – You motivate your team and
build strong
relationships with staff and
families
Highly Organised &
Detail-Oriented – You thrive in
a dynamic environment, managing
priorities with precision
Qualifications
& Experience
Recognised Early Years
Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip
in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3
Proven
Experience – Previous leadership as
a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery
Manager
Strong Leadership & Communication
Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a
nurturing environment
Commitment to High-Quality Early
Education – Passionate about
fostering engaging learning
experiences
This is more
than a job—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity to set up a nursery from the ground
up and create a legacy of excellence, joy, and
discovery.
Be part of something new—lead boldly,
inspire deeply, and thrive with Busy Bees!