Role Overview:

Join Our Team at Busy Bees Quedgeley!- Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum DOE and Up to 25% annual salary bonus

About the Benefits

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Up to 33 days holiday inlusive 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.

About Our Nursery

• Busy Bees Quedgeley is a purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester.
• Rated Good by Ofsted
• Capacity for 105 children
• Free on-site parking available for staff, making commuting convenient.
• A rewarding and supportive workplace where our dedicated team can thrive

About the role

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, including quality of education, staff leadership, safeguarding, and operational performance. You will have the autonomy to shape your team, culture, and practice, supported by a dedicated regional and central support structure.

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

We are looking for someone 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

• 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.

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