Childcare & nursery manager

Busy Bees is opening a  brand-new, nursery in Banbury 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.   You won’t just be joining a nursery, you’ll be building a nurturing, inspiring environment  for up to 110 children , where their learning and growth will be  guided by your leadership, expertise, and creativity . Competitive salary – from £45,000.00 per annum , plus  up to 25% annual salary bonus   Birthday off  – Because  YOU  deserve a special day!   Significant childcare discount  – Supporting your family while shaping young futures   Up to 33 days holiday  – Including bank holidays!   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 Shape the nursery’s culture & vision  – From the first day, your ideas will  bring this brand-new setting to life   Drive innovation  – Implement fresh approaches that make your nursery  a beacon of excellence in early childhood education Lead a forward-thinking nursery  where  your vision matters   Work in a beautifully designed setting  that inspires both children and educators Quality Improvement  – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain  exceptional standards ️  Compliance & Safety  – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets  all regulatory requirements   Financial Oversight  – Manage budgets and resources effectively to  drive sustainability and growth   Engagement & Community  – Build  strong, lasting relationships  with parents, staff, and the wider community   Professional Development  – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of  growth and excellence. Committed to Excellence  – Your top priority is delivering  outstanding childcare and early years education ✔  Resourceful & Business-Savvy  – You balance  commercial awareness  with  heartfelt leadership ✔  Recognised Early Years Qualification  – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3   Proven Experience  – Previous leadership as a  Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager   Commitment to High-Quality Early Education  – Passionate about fostering  engaging learning experiences   This is more than a job—it’s a  once-in-a-lifetime opportunity  to set up a nursery from the ground up and  create a legacy of excellence, joy, and discovery.