Dual Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Walthamstow – Lead One of Our Largest Nurseries
Are you a passionate and experienced early years leader ready for your next big challenge? Busy Bees, the UK’s leading childcare provider, is looking for an inspiring Dual Nursery Manager (Joint Nursery Manager) to co-lead one of our largest settings a vibrant, high-occupancy 140-place nursery in Walthamstow .
This is an exciting opportunity to work in partnership with another experienced manager, sharing leadership of a large, dynamic nursery where you’ll guide a dedicated team, deliver outstanding care, and shape the future for hundreds of young learners.
With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and many more internationally, Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. We’re proud of our award-winning workplace culture, where every team member is valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.
About the Role – Dual / Joint Nursery Manager
As a Dual Nursery Manager, you will work closely with another highly skilled manager to co-lead all aspects of daily operations at our thriving Walthamstow nursery. Together, you’ll ensure the highest standards of care, safety, and education while creating an inspiring environment for both children and staff.
This is a hands-on leadership role in a busy, high-occupancy setting — perfect for someone with proven management experience and a passion for delivering excellence in early years education.
Competitive salary up to £42,500 per annum plus up to 25% annual salary bonus
Ongoing training, development, and career progression
Access to our Hive wellbeing platform with retail discounts and mental health support
Your birthday off – because you deserve to celebrate!
Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Significant childcare discount for your family
Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and workplace pension
Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from global best practice via our talent exchange programme
Our Walthamstow nursery is a flagship setting within the Busy Bees family a large, 140-place nursery rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with consistently high occupancy and a reputation for delivering outstanding childcare.
Free on-site parking
Free meals on shift
Excellent transport links (bus stop just 5 minutes away, with direct routes into the City)
Making a Difference Beyond the Nursery
Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we’re committed to supporting children and families beyond our walls. Join us and be part of meaningful community projects and fundraising initiatives that change lives.
If you’re a motivated, forward-thinking early years leader ready to co-manage a large, high-performing nursery, we want to hear from you. Bring your expertise, passion, and energy to Busy Bees and help us continue to give every child the best start in life.
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.
A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.