Nursery Manager

Are you ready to make a difference? We’re seeking an inspiring Nursery Manager for a 9-month maternity cover at our vibrant Aberdeen Inverurie nursery. If you have a passion for shaping little lives and a knack for leadership, this is your chance to shine!

With a BA in Childhood Practice (or working towards it with a Level 3 qualification) and at least two years of leadership experience in early years, you could be the perfect fit for the UK’s leading nursery group .

At Busy Bees, we take pride in being the UK’s #1 nursery group , with nearly 400 centres across the nation and beyond. We believe every child deserves the best start in life , and we’re equally committed to ensuring our teams feel valued, heard, and empowered.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum , igniting curiosity and confidence in every child.

Busy Bees Inverurie is a spacious setting that provides the best start in life for 200 children! Located at Burghmuir Place, just a short drive from the centre of Inverurie, our beautiful nursery features two levels and offers free onsite parking.

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• Significant childcare discount
• Ongoing training and clear career progression
• Access to our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform
• Enhanced family leave and wellbeing support

In this role, you’ll lead a team to create a nurturing and inspiring environment where children can truly thrive.

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.

About You:

• We’re looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager dedicated to delivering the highest standards of childcare and early years education.
• You should be resourceful, commercially minded, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to prioritise your workload effectively.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BA in Childhood Practice or willingness to work towards it (as required by the SSSC).
• 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.

Apply now and become a vital part of our dynamic team at Busy Bees!