Job Description
Role Overview:
Join Our Team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees North Shields Rake Lane – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Nursery Manager – North Shields Rake Lane | Kids 1st by Busy Bees Nurseries
Up to 25% Bonus | Free Onsite Parking | Good Ofsted| Beautiful Converted Setting
Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to make your mark? We’re looking for a Nursery Manager with a Level 3 childcare qualification and 2+ years’ leadership experience to lead our exceptional team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees North Shields Rake Lane.
Why Busy Bees?
* We’re the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 settings nationwide
* A values-driven, inclusive culture where you’re heard, valued, and supported
* Home of the Bee Curious curriculum – a playful, child-led approach to learning
* Community-minded with real impact – proud partners of BBC Children in Need
About Our Nursery
* 132-place nursery in a stunning converted building
* Bright, spacious rooms and a well-equipped private garden
* Ofsted Good rating
* NHS-accredited menus and a unique dining space that fosters social skills
* Complimentary onsite parking
Perks & Benefits
* Up to 25% bonus on top of a competitive salary
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off
* Childcare discount, enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
* Menopause support, mental health resources & wellbeing hub
* Discounted private medical insurance
* Global travel opportunities through our talent exchange program
* Access to Hive – retail discounts, wellbeing tools & career growth support
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!