Nursery Early Years Childcare Manager

Build Something Amazing from Day One with Kids 1st by Busy Bees! Kids 1st is opening a new, state of the art 92 place nursery in Bishopsgarth , Stockton this summer, 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. Competitive salary - up to £37,000.00 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 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. Be part of something new-lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Kids 1st!