Nursery Manager

Role Overview: Join Busy Bees as a Nursery Manager - Inspire Young Minds in Godalming Are you a passionate Nursery Manager ready to make a real difference in the lives of children? Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic leader to join our team in Godalming. Bring your Level 3 childcare qualification, EYFS expertise, and at least two years of leadership experience in early years settings to create a fun, nurturing, and educational environment for children to thrive.

Exciting rewards and career progression await the right candidate who's ready to inspire young learners every day!

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the UK's largest nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and international locations. We're dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have been recognised for our award-winning workplace culture. At Busy Bees, every team member is valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Why Work with Us?

• Lead an engaging nursery environment where children flourish
• Implement our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity, confidence, and learning
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your ideas and professional growth
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your career in early years leadership

Our Charitable Commitment

We proudly partner with BBC Children in Need, offering opportunities to get involved in community initiatives and fundraising activities that positively impact children's lives.

About Godalming Bridge Road Nursery

Rated Good by Ofsted, our nursery accommodates 136 children across a stunning Grade II listed building and a separate preschool building. Features include:

• Large all-weather playground and fully enclosed baby garden
• Outdoor classroom for hands-on learning experiences
• Age-appropriate rooms tailored to developmental stages
• Onsite kitchen providing high-quality meals
• Spacious grassed garden with views over Lammas Land and the River Wey

Location & Access:

• Short walk from Godalming and Farncombe train stations
• 10-minute drive to the A3
• Free staff parking

Busy Bees Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary and career progression opportunities
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off!
• Significant childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus
• Menopause support via Peppy
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme & workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Access to Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, including retail discounts, wellbeing resources, recognition programs, and career development tools
• Opportunities for international travel and learning experiences with our Talent exchange program.

At Busy Bees, we don't just provide childcare - we create a world of discovery and learning for every child while giving our teams the support, recognition, and opportunities they deserve.

Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Required Qualifications: About you:

• 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.

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 and be part of our dynamic team!