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Nursery Manager

Fareham, Hampshire, United KingdomPosted Nov 9, 2026

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🌟 🐝 Build Something Amazing from Day One at Busy Bees! 🐝 🌟 This is your chance to lead, shape, and create something truly special ! Busy Bees is opening a brand-new 110 place nursery in Fareham, Hampshire this Winter and we’re looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best start in life.

Your Rewards & Benefits πŸ’· Competitive salary – upto Β£42,000 per annum , plus up to 25% annual salary bonus πŸŽ‚ Birthday off – Because YOU deserve a special day! πŸ‘Ά Significant childcare discount – Supporting your family while shaping young futures πŸ– Up to 33 days holiday – Including bank holidays! πŸ’– Enhanced family leave & wellbeing support – Plus menopause support through Peppy 🚴 Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute 🌏 Travel opportunities – Gain international experience and discover new childcare practices Your Opportunity to Make a Mark 🏑 Shape the nursery’s culture & vision – From the first day, your ideas will bring this brand-new setting to life πŸ›  Build a passionate team – Lead, inspire, and develop educators who share your dedication πŸ“š Create engaging learning experiences – Set up activities, spaces, and routines that nurture young minds πŸš€ Drive innovation – Implement fresh approaches that make your nursery a beacon of excellence in early childhood education Your Key Responsibilities πŸ”₯ Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture of passion and innovation πŸ“š Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain exceptional standards πŸ›‘οΈ Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements πŸ’° Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive sustainability and growth πŸ’¬ Engagement & Community – Build strong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community πŸš€ Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.

About You

βœ” Committed to Excellence – Your top priority is delivering outstanding childcare and early years education βœ” Resourceful & Business-Savvy – You balance commercial awareness with heartfelt leadership βœ” Inspiring Leader & Communicator – You motivate your team and build strong relationships with staff and families βœ” Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – You thrive in a dynamic environment , managing priorities with precision Qualifications & Experience πŸ“œ Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3 πŸ‘Ά Proven Experience – Previous leadership as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager πŸ’¬ Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment πŸ† Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences 🐝 Be part of something new, lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Busy Bees!

✨ Your Key Responsibilities πŸ”₯ Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture of passion and innovation πŸ“š Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain exceptional standards πŸ›‘οΈ Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements πŸ’° Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive sustainability and growth πŸ’¬ Engagement & Community – Build strong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community πŸš€ Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.

About You

βœ” Committed to Excellence – Your top priority is delivering outstanding childcare and early years education βœ” Resourceful & Business-Savvy – You balance commercial awareness with heartfelt leadership βœ” Inspiring Leader & Communicator – You motivate your team and build strong relationships with staff and families βœ” Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – You thrive in a dynamic environment , managing priorities with precision Qualifications & Experience πŸ“œ Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3 πŸ‘Ά Proven Experience – Previous leadership as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager πŸ’¬ Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment πŸ† Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences 🐝 Be part of something new, lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Busy Bees!

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