Assistant Nursery Manager in Harrow

If you're the kind of leader who loves developing teams, celebrating achievements, building relationships with families, and creating environments where children can truly thrive, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

At Montessori by Busy Bees London Harrow Marlborough Hill, we're looking for an Assistant Centre Director to support the day-to-day running of our nursery and help create an exceptional experience for children, families, and colleagues alike.

This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to shape a culture, mentor future talent, and play a key part in giving children the very best start in life.

• 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.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and many more across the globe. We're passionate about helping children flourish while creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, heard, and supported to achieve their goals.

From our innovative Bee Curious curriculum to our award-winning culture, everything we do is designed with development and wellbeing at its heart.

As Assistant Centre Director, you'll be right at the heart of the nursery, helping to keep everything running smoothly while inspiring your team to deliver exceptional care and education.

You'll:

• Support the Centre Director in leading the nursery's daily operations.
• Coach, motivate, and develop a passionate team of early years professionals.
• Build strong relationships with families and create an outstanding customer experience.
• Champion high standards of care, education, safeguarding, and compliance.
• Help grow occupancy and drive nursery performance.
• Celebrate successes, recognise talent, and create a positive team culture.
• Support the delivery of engaging learning experiences that help every child reach their full potential.

Montessori by Busy Bees London Harrow Marlborough Hill is a vibrant and welcoming nursery with space for 96 children.

Our setting combines the Early Years Foundation Stage with the Montessori curriculum, creating a unique learning environment that encourages independence, confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.

Children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop at their own pace, supported by passionate educators who understand that every child is unique.

Located in North Harrow, we're less than a two-minute walk from Harrow & Wealdstone Station, making commuting simple and convenient. We also provide complimentary lunches, helping create an enjoyable experience for both children and colleagues.

• A genuine opportunity to make a visible impact.
• Leadership development and progression opportunities.
• Support from one of the most established and respected nursery groups in the UK.
• Complimentary lunches.
• A collaborative and supportive management team.
• Opportunities to get involved with community fundraising and charitable initiatives.
• A nursery where children's curiosity, independence, and wellbeing are at the centre of everything we do.

• 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!