Nursery Manager
- North Shields, Tyne and Wear
- £36,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Up to 25% Bonus | Free Onsite Parking | Good Ofsted| Beautiful Converted SettingAre you an inspiring early years leader ready to make your mark? We’re looking for a Nursery Manager with a Level 3 childcare qualification and 2+ years’ leadership experience to lead our exceptional team at Kids 1st by Busy Bees North Shields Rake Lane.Why Busy Bees?We’re the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 settings nationwideA values-driven, inclusive culture where you’re heard, valued, and supportedHome of the Bee Curious curriculum – a playful, child-led approach to learningCommunity-minded with real impact – proud partners of BBC Children in NeedAbout Our Nursery132-place nursery in a stunning converted buildingBright, spacious rooms and a well-equipped private gardenOfsted Good ratingNHS-accredited menus and a unique dining space that fosters social skillsComplimentary onsite parkingPerks & BenefitsUp to 25% bonus on top of a competitive salary33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday offChildcare discount, enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonusMenopause support, mental health resources & wellbeing hubDiscounted private medical insuranceGlobal travel opportunities through our talent exchange programAccess to Hive – retail discounts, wellbeing tools & career growth support 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.
- 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.