Assistant Nursery Manager

Role Overview: Join the Buzz at OurBRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Whitstable!A brand-new nursery. A goldenopportunity. Thissummer, Busy Bees is launchingan excitingnursery inWhitstable, and we needa passionate, dedicatedAssistant NurseryManager to join us ingiving our children thebest start in life!With spaceto welcome up to 110little learners,this state-of-the-artsetting is designedto spark curiosity,encourage creativity, and nurture young minds—andyou'll be therefrom dayone to shape somethingtruly special. Why Join BusyBees?This is yourchance to be part ofsomething fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be afounding teammember, help shape thenursery culture, and create an environment wherechildren andstaff thrivetogether.Your Exclusive Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salary-£35,089.60Ongoing professional development &career progression –Grow with us!Birthdayoff – Because YOUdeserve a celebration!50% childcarediscount – Supportingyour family while you support othersUp to 28 daysholiday – Plus bankholidays!Menopause support –Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestonesWellbeingperks – Access toHive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discounthubCycle toWork scheme – Ahealthy commute for a happier you!Pension & financialperks – Easy access toworkplace pension through Cushon & Salary FinancesupportTravel opportunities –Learn from childcare professionals around the worldEnhanced family leave &return-to-work bonus –Because balance mattersEmployee Assistance Programme & MentalHealth First Aiders –Supporting your wellbeingPLUS: You'llget exclusive accessto Hive,our Benefits &Wellbeing platform—filled with retaildiscounts, a WellbeingHub supporting yourphysical & mental health,a Celebrating Yousection recognizingour valued team members, anda Grow with Usarea packed withdevelopment opportunities and training RoleResponsibilities: What You'll Do As An AssistantManagerSupport the CentreDirector in overseeing daily operations andmaintaining educational standardsDevelop &deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculumtailored to children's needsEnsurecompliance with regulatory requirements andmaintain health 'safety standardsProvide leadership& mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesiveand motivated teamEnhance customersatisfaction by delivering exceptional serviceand promoting a positive nursery experience forfamiliesAssist with administrativetasks, including scheduling, payroll, andrecruitmentManage operationalrecords and support financial planning toensure sustainability Required Qualifications: Ideal Assistant ManagerCandidateLevel 3 qualificationor above in early yearseducationExperience in an early yearssetting, with supervisory experience anadvantage—ideally as a Nursery Room Leader,Nursery Room Manager, or NurseryPractitionerStrong leadership, organisational,and communication skills to inspire and supportyour teamPassionate about fostering children'sdevelopment and creating positive relationshipswith familiesThis is YOUR chance to be part ofsomething exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW andstart your next adventure with Busy Bees!

Created: 2026-04-23