Role Overview: Lead, Inspire and Make a Lasting Impact Are you an experienced early years leader looking for your next challenge? At Busy Bees Mill Hill, we're looking for an ambitious and passionate Assistant Centre Director to support the leadership and day-to-day management of our thriving nursery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys developing teams, driving high standards, and creating an environment where children, families, and colleagues can flourish. Working closely with the Centre Director, you will play a key role in ensuring exceptional care, education, and operational excellence across the nursery. About Busy Bees Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with almost 400 nurseries across the UK and many more internationally. We are committed to giving every child the best start in life while creating rewarding careers for our colleagues. Our award-winning culture, commitment to professional development, and innovative Bee...

We have a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational Nursery Manager to join a lovely nursery near Enfield , London. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on management style, experience of Ofsted Inspections, excellent knowledge and understanding EYFS statutory requirements, motivate and develop a team. Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above Experience of leading and motivating teams Track record of involvement in Ofsted Inspections Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role Some of the Nursery Manager responsibilities will include: Recruitment, training and development of staff team ensuring all staff understand and follow nursery policy and procedures. To work closely with the director and manage budgets, occupancy levels and KPI s. To assist in the recruitment of nursery staff, manage inductions, supervisions and appraisals. To lead the team and support in...

Role Overview: Busy Bees Enfield Highlands Village | Leading Nursery Group in the UK | Up to £50,000 per annum plus 25% annual salary bonus   We are looking for an amazing Nursery Manager to ignite fun and learning for our children at our fully refurbished Enfield Nursery. With your Level 3 childcare qualification and two years of leadership in early years settings, we want you to bring your vibrant energy and EYFS expertise to our team. Exciting rewards await your passion for nurturing young minds!   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,...

Role Overview: Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Westminster (Central London) Up to £50,000 Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, is looking for an experienced Nursery Manager to lead our highly rated Westminster nursery. If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification (or above) and have 2+ years' leadership experience , this is an excellent opportunity to grow your early years management career. Why Join Busy Bees? We offer one of the strongest benefits packages in early years: 50% childcare discount Up to 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) Birthday off every year Enhanced family leave + return to work bonus Ongoing training & career progression Hive benefits & wellbeing hub Menopause support via Peppy Employee Assistance Programme Salary Finance tools Cycle to Work scheme Cushon pension Discounted Private Medical Insurance Opportunities to travel internationally and learn global best practice About Busy Bees Westminster...

Nursery – Holland Park Salary –Up to £55,785.66 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Holland Park Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our long-standing, dedicated team at Bright Horizons Holland Park Day Nursery and Preschool, a Good-rated nursery in the heart of Notting Hill, offering inspiring learning environments, a beautiful rooftop garden, and a strong focus on children's wellbeing and development Our Benefits Up to £55,785.66 per annum Competitive bonus of up to £6,000, awarded in line with Ofsted inspection outcomes Childcare discount of 100% for first child Enhanced parental leave 25 days annual leave, plus...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Wandsworth Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Up to £59,529.60 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Wandsworth, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our Wandsworth Nursery, situated in Wandsworth and located close to Clapham Junction Overground station, as well as onsite parking. The 68-place setting has 5 well-resourced rooms, and an excellent garden area featuring a mud kitchen, and bikes and scooters for the children to enjoy. The nursery is also situated close by to many local parks where the children can enjoy even more outdoor learning and exploring! Our Benefits Childcare discount of 100% for first...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees London Shadwell - Leading Nursery Group in the UK! Salary up to £50,000 plus up to 25% annual salary bonus Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make a difference. Are you an experienced early years leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Busy Bees, we believe great nurseries start with great leaders. As a Nursery Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead your own team, shape the experience for children and families, and make a real difference every day with the support of a trusted national nursery group behind you. Why Busy Bees? Grow your career We're passionate about developing our people. From leadership training to clear progression pathways, we'll support you to build your skills and take your career wherever you want it to go . Lead and inspire your team Create a positive, inclusive environment where your team can thrive. You'll coach, motivate and develop your colleagues, helping them reach their full...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Up to £59,529.60 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Crouch End, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool. Our nursery is situated in Haringey, London. Our 79-place nursery features two exciting outdoor areas, which are specifically design to be age appropriate, including its own beach, outdoor classroom, jungle walk and look-out tower! Our nursery is located very close by to Crouch Hill Overground Station and also near by to the Victoria line! Our Benefits Childcare discount of 100% for first child* Competitive bonus of up...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Palmers Green Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Up to £59,529 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Palmers Green, London Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our Palmers Green Nursery and Pre-school , situated in the Palmers Green area of North central London, with great public transport links. This stunning 64-place setting is based in a beautifully converted house, and features spacious and well-resourced rooms, as well as an an amazing garden and terrace area complete with play equipment, perfect for outdoor teaching and learning! Our Benefits Childcare discount of 100% for first child* Competitive bonus of up to...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of...

Role Overview: Busy Bees Chingford | Nursery Manager | upto £45,000 plus 25% bonus    We are looking for an amazing Nursery Manager to ignite fun and learning for our children! With your Level 3 childcare qualification and two years of leadership in early years settings, we want you to bring your vibrant energy and EYFS expertise to our team. Exciting rewards await your passion for nurturing young minds!   Busy Bees Benefits Ongoing professional development and career progression Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you! Significant Childcare discount  Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Cheam Sutton as Assistant Nursery Manager (deputy manager)    Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of...

Role Overview: If you're the kind of leader who loves developing teams, celebrating achievements, building relationships with families, and creating environments where children can truly thrive, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. At Montessori by Busy Bees London Harrow Marlborough Hill, we're looking for an Assistant Centre Director to support the day-to-day running of our nursery and help create an exceptional experience for children, families, and colleagues alike. This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to shape a culture, mentor future talent, and play a key part in giving children the very best start in life. Why Busy Bees? Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and many more across the globe. We're passionate about helping children flourish while creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, heard, and supported to achieve their goals. From our innovative Bee Curious...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Shortlands Day Nursery and Pre School Salary – Starting from £45,510.40 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Bromley Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to join our Shortlands nursery. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 100% for first child* Competitive bonus of up to £6,000, awarded in line with Ofsted inspection outcomes Enhanced parental leave 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Assistant Centre Director About Busy Bees Busy Bees is one of the UK's leading nursery groups, with almost 400 nurseries across the UK and additional locations overseas. We are passionate about giving every child the best possible start in life and creating an environment where children and colleagues feel valued, supported and inspired. Our commitment to excellence and positive workplace culture has earned us industry recognition and awards. Why Work at Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we believe in providing a supportive and inclusive working environment where every colleague has the opportunity to develop, grow and reach their full potential. As an Assistant Centre Director, you will be part of a dedicated leadership team, working alongside the Centre Director to ensure the smooth and effective running of the nursery. You will help maintain high standards of childcare and education, support and motivate colleagues, and create an...

We have exciting news! We are currently looking for a Nursery Manager for a new nursery based in Epping. This fantastic opportunity would suit the candidate who is looking for a fresh start and be part of a brilliant nursery group! The role is full time and we're looking for a hands-on, strategic leader to ensure that every child, parent, and where team members can thrive. Key Responsibilities You'll lead the nursery both operationally and strategically, ensuring that the setting continues to deliver exceptional standards of childcare, education, and customer experience. Leadership & Culture Lead, inspire, and motivate a large multi-room team to deliver excellence in every area. Create a positive, collaborative culture that supports wellbeing and encourages continuous improvement. Coach and mentor Deputy Managers, Room Leaders and key staff, helping them grow into confident leaders of their own teams. Champion inclusion and diversity within the nursery community....

Ready to bring your nursery leadership experience to a large, high-performing setting? Lead a multi-room team, develop the next generation of early years leaders and shape a culture where children thrive and colleagues feel supported. We're looking for an experienced Nursery Manager who combines strategic vision with confident, hands-on leadership and a commitment to exceptional childcare and education. The setting will be opening in Epping January 2027. Key Responsibilities Bring your expertise to both the strategic direction and day-to-day running of the nursery. You'll lead a large-scale setting, maintaining exceptional standards of childcare, education and customer experience while helping your team build on its strengths. Your responsibilities will include: Leadership & Culture Set a clear direction for a large multi-room team, inspiring colleagues to deliver consistently excellent care and education. Build a positive, collaborative culture where wellbeing...

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Cobham as a Nursery Manager! We're now looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Cobham? Just a short walk from Cobham Town Centre Our garden is prepared for all weather conditions allowing us to be outdoors all year round. Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education &...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Gravesend – Leading Nursery Group in the UK   Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive....