Assistant Nursery Manager in London

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

Busy Bees

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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

Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference Every Day

Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? At Busy Bees Westminster, we're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Centre Director to support the Centre Director in leading our thriving nursery and creating exceptional experiences for children, families, and colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines a passion for early years education with strong people leadership skills and thrives in a busy, rewarding environment.

Why Busy Bees?

As the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and a growing international presence, Busy Bees is dedicated to giving every child the very best start in life.

When you join Busy Bees, you'll become part of a supportive and ambitious team where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged, and your impact is recognised. You'll also work with our innovative Bee Curious curriculum, designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

About the Role

As Assistant Centre Director, you'll work closely with the Centre Director to support the day-to-day running of the nursery while motivating and developing your team to deliver outstanding care and education.

You'll play a key role in:

Supporting the overall management of the nursery
Leading, coaching, and inspiring colleagues
Maintaining exceptional standards of care, learning, and safeguarding
Building positive relationships with children, families, and the local community
Supporting occupancy, compliance, and operational performance
Helping to create an engaging environment where both children and colleagues can thrive

About Busy Bees Westminster

Rated Good by Ofsted, Busy Bees Westminster provides high-quality care and education for up to 64 children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Our nursery features four dedicated learning environments, carefully designed to support children through every stage of their development. From first steps and first words to school readiness milestones, our experienced team is committed to helping every child flourish.

Located in the heart of Central London on Horseferry Road, the nursery benefits from excellent transport links:

Bus stop directly outside on Marsham Street
Approximately 8 minutes from St James's Park Underground Station
Approximately 15 minutes from Victoria Station

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!