Role Overview:
Join Our Team at Busy Bees Melrose– Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Are you a natural leader with a passion for shaping little lives? At Busy Bees, we’re on the lookout for an inspiring Nursery Manager to bring energy, vision, and fun to our vibrant Melrose nursery.
If you hold a BA in Childhood Practise (or working towards it with a level 3) qualification and have at least two years leadership experience in early years, this is your chance to join the UK’s leading nursery group – and make a real difference every single day.
About Busy Bees
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.
About the role
This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, including quality of education, staff leadership, safeguarding, and operational performance.
You will have the autonomy to shape your team, culture, and practice, supported by a dedicated regional and central support structure.
About Our Nursery
Busy Bees Melrose is a 75 place nursery and offers a warm and welcoming environment where every child is encouraged to learn and play. Our nursery in Melrose is located just a short drive from the A7 and the A6091, and is just a stone's throw from Borders General Hospital. Tweedbank train station is conveniently just a two-minute drive from Busy Bees Melrose, with free onsite parking.
About the Benefits
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Up to 25% annual salary bonus
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Up to 33 days holiday inlusive of bank holidays
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Your birthday off – our gift to you!
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50% Childcare discount
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Full central support (HR, Recruitment, Quality, Safety etc)
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Access to high quality training and leadership development
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Clear progression pathways into area management and wider operational roles
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Enhanced family leave & return to work bonus
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Menopause & Mental health support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee assistance programme
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Cycle to work scheme & easy access pension plan
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Discounted Private Medical insurance
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Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practise in early years with our Global Talent exchange programme.
Role Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
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Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
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Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
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Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
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Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
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Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.
Required Qualifications:
About you:
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We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education.
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You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
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You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.
Qualifications and Experience:
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BA in Childhood Practise or willing to work towards is required by the SSSC.
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Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
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Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
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A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.
Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!
