Overview
Join Busy Bees – a leading nursery group in the UK. As an Assistant Centre Director, you will support the Centre Director in the day-to-day operations of the centre. This role suits someone with a passion for early childhood education and management, who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to help children learn and develop while leading a team toward educational excellence.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have won awards for our workplace culture. We strive to ensure every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We offer a supportive environment that enables you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
Our Charity Commitment
Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
About Our Nursery
Join our nurturing Busy Bees team in Stotfold, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 64 children. Our smaller team creates a family-like atmosphere in a converted house. We collaborate with local authorities for professional development opportunities. Located in a small town with regular bus services to larger towns, we are next to a CO-OP with electric car charging points. We offer free parking and flexible working options, including a four-day work week. Weekly lunches, breakfasts, or treats are provided, and there is an Employee of the Month program. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in early childhood education within a supportive, community-oriented environment.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across many retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you
* 50% 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
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
* Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices
Additional Benefits Platform
Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub supporting physical and mental health. The Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our valued team members, and the Grow with Us area outlines development opportunities and training.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
* Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.
* Ensure the centre complies with regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.
* Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and a positive centre experience for families.
* Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
* Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.
Ideal Candidate
* An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
* Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience (ideally as an Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager).
* A proven track record of delivering educational excellence and curriculum development.
* Strong communication and organisational skills with a focus on teamwork.
* Experience in maintaining regulatory compliance and health and safety protocols.
Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!
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