Assistant Nursery Manager

Role Overview:

Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Fareham!

A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity. This Winter, Busy Bees is launching an exciting 110 place nursery in Fareham, Hampshire, and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life!

Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits

Competitive salary- £35,089.60

Ongoing professional development & career progression – Grow with us! 

Birthday off – Because YOU deserve a celebration!

50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others

Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!

Menopause support – Through Peppy, helping you through life’s milestones

Wellbeing perks – Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub

Cycle to Work scheme – A healthy commute for a happier you!

Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support

Travel opportunities – Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus – Because balance matters 

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders – Supporting your wellbeing

 PLUS: You’ll get exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform—filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training

Role Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do As An Assistant Manager

 Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards

 Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs

 Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards

 Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team

 Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families

 Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment

 Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability

Required Qualifications:

Ideal Assistant Manager Candidate 

 Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

 Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage—ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner

 Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team

 Passionate about fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families

 This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!