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Role Overview:Join Our Team at Busy Bees Oxford Littlmore - FTC for 12 months (Mat cover) – Leading Nursery Group in the UKAre you a superstar in early years education, ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations?Busy Bees Oxford Littlemoreis on the lookout for aNursery Managerwho’s bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow! If you’ve got yourLevel 3 childcare qualification , plus2+ years of leading a teamin an early years setting, we want your sparkle, your passion, and your EYFS know-how on our team! Why You’ll Love It HereAtBusy Bees , we don’t just care for children—we inspire them! Withnearly 400 nurseries across the UK(and more around the globe), we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group. And we don’t just win awards for childcare—we’ve got a pretty great workplace too, where everyone isheard, supported, and celebrated . What's in it for You?A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matterExclusive access to our playful, purpose-drivenBee Curious curriculumOpportunities to get involved in funcharity eventswithBBC Children in NeedLoads of room togrow your careerwith usAbout Our NurseryBusy Bees Oxford Littlemore, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 110 children, supported by a longstanding staff team dedicated to meeting individual needs and providing all children with the best start in life. We enhance our community connections through visits from the local police station and fire service, and we actively contribute to our local food bank by collecting food every winter. Our nursery features a large, secure onsite car park, and we benefit from great bus links just a two-minute walk away. Additionally, we offer free parking for staff, ensuring convenient access to our welcoming environment.Busy Bees Benefits Up to 25% annual salary bonus Ongoing professional development and career progression Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you! Significant 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 culturesand 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.Role Responsibilities: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. Required Qualifications:About you: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, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills. You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively. Qualifications and Experience:NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3. 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!