Assistant Centre Director in London

On-site in London·Added today (last checked 12 Nov)

Busy Bees

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, London
Holiday: 28 days holiday inc. bank holidays
Commute: Cycle to work scheme

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Busy Bees is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in London.

The role

Ready to Take the Next Big Step in Your Early Years Career?

At Busy Bees Fulham, we're looking for an inspiring Assistant Centre Director to help lead our thriving nursery, support an exceptional team, and make a lasting difference to children's lives every day.

If you're a confident leader with a passion for early years education, this is your opportunity to step into a role where you'll influence the future of the nursery, develop your leadership skills, and help create outstanding experiences for children, families, and colleagues.

Why Join Busy Bees?

As the UK's leading nursery group, Busy Bees has been helping children get the very best start in life for decades. With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK, we're proud to nurture not only children's development but also the careers of our teams.

When you join our hive, you'll become part of a supportive community that celebrates success, invests in development, and empowers people to grow into the very best version of themselves.

A Leadership Role with Real Impact

As our Assistant Centre Director, you'll work closely with the Centre Director to keep the nursery running smoothly, motivate your team, and ensure children receive exceptional care and learning opportunities every day.

You'll be at the heart of the nursery, supporting people, driving quality, and helping create an environment where children and colleagues can flourish.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the day-to-day leadership and operations of the nursery
Inspiring and developing a high-performing team
Driving outstanding standards of care, learning and safeguarding
Building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
Supporting occupancy, parent partnerships and nursery success
Championing our innovative Bee Curious curriculum
Helping create an environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued and supported

About Busy Bees Fulham

Our Good-rated Ofsted nursery cares for up to 130 children and is known for its warm, family feel and strong sense of community.

Located in the heart of Southwest London near Parsons Green, our nursery is home to an experienced, diverse and passionate team that works together to give every child the very best start in life.

Why our team loves working here:
Beautiful dance studio for creative movement and learning
Outdoor garden and play spaces for exploration and adventure
Complimentary lunch provided for children
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Fantastic opportunities for career progression within Busy Bees

We believe great nurseries are built by great people, and that's exactly what you'll find at Busy Bees Fulham.

More Than Just a Job

This is your chance to join a nursery where your leadership will be valued, your development will be supported, and your work will have a genuine impact on children, families, and your team.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and grow your career with the UK's leading nursery group, we'd love to hear from you.

Busy Bees Benefits

Competitive salary
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
50% 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 Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections.
If you are ready to make a positive impact in the field of early childhood education and childcare, we encourage you to apply for the Nursery Manager position at Busy Bees.
Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards.
Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.
Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.
Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.
Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families.
Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.
Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.

Ideal Candidate

An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.
Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development.
Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork.
Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.

Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment-apply now!