Join Our Award-Winning Team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees!
Are you a passionate childcare professional ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
About the Role
Kids 1st by Busy Bees, part of the UK’s leading nursery group, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Manager to join our thriving Gateshead QE setting. If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have at least two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting, this is your chance to bring your creativity, energy, and EYFS expertise to a place where children flourish and careers grow.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
When you join Kids 1st by Busy Bees, you become part of a supportive team dedicated to creating inspiring environments where children can learn, play, and grow. You’ll also get to deliver our innovative Bee Curious Curriculum, designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Plus, through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference beyond the nursery walls.
About Our Gateshead QE Nursery
Our Gateshead QE nursery, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, offers a warm, welcoming space for up to 108 children. With excellent transport links (just a 2-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, 5 minutes from Low Fell town centre, and close to the A1 and Durham), plus complimentary onsite parking, getting here is easy!
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding our team members for their hard work. Here’s what you can expect:
* ✅ Up to 25% annual salary bonus
* ✅ Competitive salary & career progression opportunities
* ✅ Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
* ✅ Your birthday off – our gift to you!
* ✅ Substantial childcare discount
* ✅ Ongoing professional development & training
* ✅ Access to our Hive benefits platform – with exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources
* ✅ Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
* ✅ Menopause support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* ✅ Cycle to Work scheme & easy-access pension plan
* ✅ Discounted private medical insurance
* ✅ Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practices in early years education with our talent exchange programme
And that’s just the beginning! Our Hive Wellbeing Hub also offers mental health support, a dedicated Celebrating You space to recognize your achievements, and a Grow With Us programme to fuel your career ambitions.
Your Role Responsibilities
As a Nursery Manager, you will:
* 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 and commercially minded
* Strong in leadership and communication skills
* Organized with a keen attention to detail
* Able to prioritize your workload effectively
Qualifications and Experience
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3
* Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
* A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education
Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!