Assistant Nursery Manager

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Assistant Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Wanstead Village - £35,000.00

 

Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits

 

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development & career progression – Grow with us! 

Birthday off – Because YOU deserve a celebration!

50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others

Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!

Menopause support – Through Peppy, helping you through life’s milestones

Cycle to Work scheme – A healthy commute for a happier you!

Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support

Travel opportunities – Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus – Because balance matters 

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders – Supporting your wellbeing

 

 PLUS: You’ll get exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform—filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training.

About the Nursery

 

Our 96‑place nursery in Wanstead Village is a welcoming, nurturing setting with four age‑appropriate rooms and a spacious all‑weather garden. Our long‑standing team is dedicated, caring and committed to giving every child the best start in life.

 What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager

 

 Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards

 Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children’s needs

 Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards

 Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team

 Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families

 Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment

 Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability

 Ideal Assistant Manager Candidate 

 Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

 Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage—ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner

 Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team

 Passionate about fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families

 

 This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. xwzovoh APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!