Nursery Manager

3 weeks ago


Guildford Surrey, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time €50,000

Nursery Manager – Join Busy Bees at Guildford Hospital – FTC for 12 months

Are you a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager with a passion for early childhood education and a track record of success? An exciting opportunity awaits you at Busy Bees Guildford Hospital where our nurturing environment and innovative curriculum support children in becoming curious, confident learners ready for school

About the Role:

This is a unique time to join Busy Bees as we launch our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to ignite curiosity and confidence in young learners. Guildford Hospital offers a warm, family-oriented environment with many long-serving staff members. The nursery is conveniently located opposite the Royal Surrey Hospital, close to the Research Park and Surrey Sports Centre, with excellent transport links and a private car park for staff.

Our nursery is all on one floor, with four spacious rooms tailored to each age group from 6 months to 5 years. Each room has direct access to its own dedicated garden, providing a safe and enriching outdoor space to support children’s learning and development.

Plus, we’re thrilled to announce our new charity partnership with BBC Children in Need , with exciting opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to make a difference in children’s lives.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualifications: Full and relevant Level 3 or higher in Early Years
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Manager
  • Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills with a focus on high-quality childcare

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.

Why Join Busy Bees?

  • Competitive salary up to £50,000 DOE, plus up to 25% annual bonus
  • Our Talent Exchange Program offers an exciting opportunity to travel internationally, sharing best practices in early years education while gaining invaluable insights from diverse childcare approaches across the globe.
  • Generous parental leave policies
  • 24/7 access to Smart Hive employee benefits platform
  • Significant childcare discount and an extra day off for your birthday
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program, Peppy, and Mental Health Apps
  • Training opportunities for ongoing development

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education and support our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we encourage you to apply for our Nursery Manager position at Guildford Hospital.

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team


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