Role Overview:
Nursery Manager Job Opportunity – Busy Bees St Albans Bernard Street
Join the UK’s Leading Nursery Group Are you an inspiring
Nursery Manager
ready to lead with heart, creativity and purpose? At
Busy Bees, we’re looking for a passionate early years professional to create a joyful, nurturing environment where children, families and teams truly thrive. With your
Level 3 childcare qualification, strong
EYFS knowledge, and at least
two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting, you’ll play a vital role in shaping exceptional learning experiences and supporting your team to be the very best they can be.
About Busy Bees
Busy Bees is the
UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly
400 nurseries across the UK
and an expanding global presence. Our mission is simple but powerful:
to give every child the best start in life. We’re proud to be recognised for our positive workplace culture, where every colleague feels
valued, supported and empowered to grow .
Why Work at Busy Bees?
At Busy Bees, you’ll be supported to lead with confidence and creativity. You’ll work with our
Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning in every child. We invest in our people, offering clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative environment where your voice matters.
Making a Difference Together
Through our long-standing partnership with
BBC Children in Need, our teams have meaningful opportunities to give back to the community and make a real difference in children’s lives beyond the nursery walls.
About Our Nursery – St Albans Bernard Street
Busy Bees
St Albans Bernard Street
is a warm, welcoming nursery rated
Good by Ofsted, with places for
63 children. Our experienced, long-standing team is deeply committed to providing high-quality early education and building strong connections with local schools and food banks. Conveniently located just
20 minutes from St Albans City Station
and
10 minutes from the shopping centre, the nursery also offers
free parking, making it easily accessible for both families and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a close-knit, community-focused setting.
Busy Bees Benefits
We believe our people deserve to feel supported, rewarded and celebrated. Up to
25% annual salary bonus
Competitive salary
Up to
33 days holiday
(including bank holidays)
Your birthday off
– our gift to you
Significant childcare discount
Ongoing training, leadership development and career progression
Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
Menopause support through
Peppy
Financial wellbeing support via
Salary Finance
Cycle to Work scheme
Workplace pension through
Cushon
Discounted
Private Medical Insurance
Opportunities to work and learn
internationally
Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Platform
You’ll also enjoy full access to
Hive, our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, featuring: A wide range of
retail discounts
A dedicated
Wellbeing Hub
for physical and mental health support
Celebrating You, recognising the achievements of our teams
Grow With Us, showcasing development and training opportunities to help you thrive
Role Responsibilities:
Key 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. Required Qualifications:
About you:
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 will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills. You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively. 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, organisational, and communication skills. A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education. Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!