Assistant Nursery Manager

Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Guernsey! A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity. Busy Bees is launching an exciting nursery in St Peters Port, Guernsey, and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life! This state-of-the-art setting is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds—and you'll be there from day one to shape something truly special. Why Join Busy Bees? This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary - £45,000 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 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 Applicants must be subject to States of Guernsey registration Safeguarding Children training Level 2 and 3 must be completed through the Islands Safeguarding Children's Partnership This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees! https://careers-busybeeschildcare.icims.com/jobs/23216/assistant-nursery-manager/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=760&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=0&jun1offset=60