Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager Job – Bishop’s Stortford (Thorley) | Busy Bees Childcare

Join Busy Bees – The UK’s Leading Nursery Group

We’re looking for an inspiring and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our welcoming nursery in Bishop's Stortford (Thorley).

If you’re passionate about early years education, thrive in a leadership role, and want to make a real difference in children’s lives, this is your opportunity to join a values-driven, award-winning organisation.

About Busy Bees

Founded in 1983, Busy Bees Nurseries is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 centres across the UK and a global presence.

Our mission is simple: to give every child the best start in life. We’re proud of our supportive culture where every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered to grow.

About the Nursery

Our Busy Bees nursery in Thorley is:

• Ofsted-rated Good
• A 55-place setting with a strong community feel
• Known for its longstanding, passionate team and “home-from-home” environment

Conveniently located in the Thorley area, the nursery offers:

• Easy access to local shops
• Bus routes nearby
• Walkable distance to the town centre

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-established nursery with a supportive team and strong foundations.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification
• At least 2 years’ leadership experience in an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive high standards
• A passion for delivering exceptional childcare and education
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Why Join Busy Bees?

We offer more than just a job – we offer a career where you can grow and thrive:

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary package
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off 🎉
• Significant childcare discount
• Ongoing training and clear career progression
• Access to our Hive benefits platform (retail discounts & wellbeing support)
• Free lunch and onsite parking
• Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme & pension access via Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Our Culture & Values

At Busy Bees, we’re proud of our partnership with BBC Children in Need, supporting children and families across the UK.

We are a purpose-led organisation, committed to creating environments where children—and our teams—can flourish.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.