Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager!
Location: Gorebridge, Midlothian
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + up to 25% annual bonus
Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, is on the lookout for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead our wonderful Busy Bees Midlothian Newbyres nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced early years leader who is passionate about high-quality childcare, team development, and giving every child the best possible start in life.
About Busy Bees
With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and a growing international presence, Busy Bees is proud to be an award-winning employer known for its positive workplace culture. We are committed to ensuring every colleague feels heard, valued, and supported while delivering outstanding early years education.
About the Nursery
Busy Bees at Midlothian Newbyres is a vibrant 154-place nursery operating across two settings:
* Newbyres Hall: Welcoming children under 3
* St Paul’s: For children aged 3–5
Located in the heart of Gorebridge village, the nursery benefits from excellent public transport links, including the Borders Railway just one minute away, plus free on-site parking.
The Role
As Nursery Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, leading and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional care and education. You’ll bring our Bee Curious curriculum to life, creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children and colleagues can thrive.
What We’re Looking For
We seek a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager with:
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
* At least 2 years’ leadership experience within an early years setting
* Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements
* A passion for high-quality childcare and team development
* Confident leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Why Join Busy Bees?
We offer a truly supportive environment with excellent benefits, including:
* Up to 25% annual salary bonus
* Competitive salary
* Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – on us!
* Significant childcare discount
* Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
* Enhanced family leave, return-to-work bonus, and menopause support
* Access to our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with retail discounts and wellbeing resources
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme, pension via Cushon, and discounted private medical insurance
* Opportunities to work internationally and learn best practices across our global network
Giving Back
We’re proud partners of BBC Children in Need, offering colleagues opportunities to get involved in fundraising and community initiatives that make a real difference to children’s lives.
Role Responsibilities
As a Nursery Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
* 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, and possess strong leadership ability along with excellent communication skills. Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritise your workload effectively are essential.
Qualifications and Experience:
* BA in Childhood Practice or willing to work towards is required by the SSSC.
* 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!