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’re a natural leader with a passion for shaping little lives, this is your opportunity to shine!

If you hold a BA in Childhood Practice (or are working towards it with a Level 3 qualification) and have at least two years of leadership experience in early years, we want to hear from you! Join the UK’s leading nursery group and make a real impact every single day.

At Busy Bees, we take pride in being the UK’s #1 nursery group , with nearly 400 centres nationwide and more abroad. We believe every child deserves the best start in life , and we’re equally passionate about supporting our teams to feel valued, heard, and empowered.

You’ll have the chance 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! Our beautiful nursery spans two levels and is conveniently located at Burghmuir Place, just a short drive from the centre of Inverurie, with free onsite parking available.

• 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

As a Nursery Manager, you’ll lead a team to create a nurturing and inspiring environment where children thrive through our Bee Curious curriculum .

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 organizational skills and keen attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to prioritize 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, organizational, and communication skills.
• A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become part of our dynamic team!