Experienced Nursery Manager | Early Years

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Cheadle Hulme - up to £40,000.00 plus 25% bonus - 40 hours over 4 days   Up to 25% annual salary bonus ~ Up to 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays ~ Your birthday off – our gift to you! ~50% Childcare discount ~ Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety etc) ~ Access to high quality training and leadership development ~ Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles ~ Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus ~ Menopause & Mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee assistance programme ~ Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan ~ Discounted Private Medical insurance ~ Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practise in early years with our Global Talent exchange programme. About Our Nursery   Our Ofsted Good nursery cares for up to 116 children in a warm, welcoming environment. Free on‑site parking for families and staff Lead and manage the nursery team to deliver outstanding early years provision Ensure full compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory standards Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and outcomes for children Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and development Build strong relationships with families and the local community Work closely with regional leadership to deliver quality and occupancy targets Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager in a high-quality setting Excellent knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements A child-centred approach with high expectations for quality   NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3. Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager. A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.   Busy Bees is the UK’s leading early years providers, with nurseries dedicated to giving children the very best start in life through safe, caring, and high-quality early education.   What this means for you is the chance to lead your nursery with real confidence, backed by a large, supportive organisation that helps you focus on what you do best. You’ll benefit from strong operational support, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities to grow your career.   You’ll also have the freedom to shape your setting in a way that reflects your leadership style and makes a real difference in your local community. If you’re a passionate early years professional ready for your next step, this is your opportunity to grow with us.     If you’re an experienced early years leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.