Nursery Manager

Location: Gorebridge, Midlothian
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + up to 25% annual bonus

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group , is on the lookout for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead our vibrant Busy Bees Midlothian Newbyres nursery. This is your chance to shine as an experienced early years leader who is passionate about high-quality childcare, team development, and giving every child the best possible start in life!

With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and a growing international presence, Busy Bees is proud to be an award-winning employer known for its positive workplace culture. We are committed to ensuring every colleague feels heard, valued, and supported while delivering outstanding early years education.

Our Busy Bees at Midlothian Newbyres is a 154-place nursery operating across two welcoming settings:

• Newbyres Hall – for children under 3
• St Paul’s – for children aged 3–5

Located in the heart of Gorebridge village , our nursery boasts excellent public transport links, including the Borders Railway just one minute away , plus free on-site parking!

As our Nursery Manager, you’ll take the reins of the day-to-day operations, leading and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional care and education. You’ll bring our Bee Curious curriculum to life, creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where both children and colleagues can thrive.

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
• At least 2 years’ leadership experience in an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements
• A passion for high-quality childcare and team development
• Confident leadership, organisational, and communication skills

We offer a truly supportive environment with fantastic benefits, including:

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Competitive salary
• Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – on us!
• Significant childcare discount
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
• Enhanced family leave, return-to-work bonus, and menopause support
• Access to our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with retail discounts and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme, pension via Cushon, and discounted private medical insurance
• Opportunities to work internationally and learn best practices across our global network

We’re proud partners of BBC Children in Need , offering colleagues opportunities to get involved in fundraising and community initiatives that truly make a difference in children’s lives.

• 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, and possess strong leadership abilities along with excellent communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritise your workload effectively are essential.

• BA in Childhood Practice or willingness to work towards it (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 be part of our dynamic team!