Nursery Manager

Role Overview:

Nursery Manager | Busy Bees Swindon Broome | Salary up to £47,500 plus up to 25% annual salary bonus 

 At Busy Bees, great nurseries start with great leaders. As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead a passionate team in our purpose-built, single-level 72-place nursery, creating exceptional experiences for children and families while making a real impact every day. With the support of a trusted national nursery group behind you and convenient local transport links nearby, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career, inspire your team, and shape bright futures.

 About the Benefits 

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus 

• Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of 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 practise in early years with our Global Talent exchange programme.

Role Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities 

• 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 

• Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets 

Required Qualifications:

About you 

• 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

• 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 If you’re an experienced early years leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.