Nursery Manager
Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager!
Location: Busy Bees Cheadle Hulme
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 plus a 25% bonus
Hours: 40 hours over 4 days
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Busy Bees, we believe in creating a nurturing environment for both our children and our staff. As a Nursery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping young minds while enjoying a range of fantastic benefits:
- Up to 25% annual salary bonus
- Up to 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
- Your birthday off – our gift to you!
- 50% childcare discount
- Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety, etc.)
- Access to high-quality training and leadership development
- Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles
- Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus
- Menopause & mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan
- Discounted private medical insurance
- Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practices in early years with our Global Talent Exchange Programme
About Our Nursery
Our Ofsted Good nursery cares for up to 116 children in a warm, welcoming environment. Here’s what makes our setting special:
- Supportive, dedicated staff team
- Convenient location near the A34 and major motorways
- Cheadle Hulme station just four minutes away
- Free on-site parking for families and staff
Your Role and Responsibilities
As the Nursery Manager, you will:
- Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision
- Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards
- Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children
- Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development
- Build strong relationships with families and the local community
- Collaborate closely with regional leadership to achieve quality and occupancy targets
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a passionate individual who brings:
- Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams
- Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements
- A track record of improving outcomes and maintaining high standards
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a wider leadership structure
- A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality
Qualifications and Experience
To thrive in this role, you should have:
- 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
About Busy Bees
As the UK’s leading early years provider, Busy Bees is dedicated to giving children the very best start in life through safe, caring, and high-quality early education. This means you’ll have the chance to lead your nursery with confidence, backed by a supportive organization that allows you to focus on what you do best.
You'll enjoy strong operational support, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities to grow your career. Plus, you’ll have the freedom to shape your setting in a way that reflects your leadership style and makes a real difference in your local community.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re an experienced early years leader looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
