240 jobs in Busy Bees

Busy Bees in Crowborough, UK, is seeking a passionate professional to join our nursery team, focusing on preparing healthy meals for children. The ideal candidate will have a Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in catering or kitchen operations.

This role involves managing kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations while creating a nurturing environment. Join us at Busy Bees, where your work will have a lasting impact on children's lives.

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Empathy and understanding - each child is unique.

If you're passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!

• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.
• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.
• Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing.

Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group located in Swindon, is seeking a Senior Room Leader to inspire and oversee multiple educational rooms. This leadership position entails ensuring high standards of care, mentoring staff, and adapting educational strategies to meet children's needs.

We prioritize a supportive environment empowering staff, offering benefits such as competitive salary, professional development, and 50% childcare discount. Join Busy Bees to make a significant impact on children's development!

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We're Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield! Be Part of Something Amazing!

We're opening a brand-new, three-storey Busy Bees nursery in Binfield and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing-and we need a passionate Room Leader, joining us in giving our children the best start in life!

• Competitive pay - £31,928.00
• Career progression - Grow with us through training & development!
• Birthday off - Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU!
• 50% childcare discount - Because family comes first!
• Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays!
• Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones!
• Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub!
• Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute, a happier you!
• Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support!
• Travel opportunities - Work with childcare professionals across the world!
• Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters!
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - We've got your back!
• 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 recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training.

• Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children
• Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity
• Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families
• Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth
• Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene

We're searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team.

• Do you have?
• 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
• A passion for fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group , with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We're all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way!

As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum , designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners!

Our Charitable Commitment - Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need , we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK .

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

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

This purpose‑built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12‑15 minute walk away.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

• Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms.
• Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children.
• Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high‑performing team.
• Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre.

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members.

Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees – apply today!

Busy Bees is seeking a Nursery Manager for their Midlothian Newbyres location in Gorebridge, responsible for leading a talented team and ensuring the delivery of exceptional childcare.

Applicants should possess a Level 3 Early Years qualification and at least 2 years of leadership experience in an early years setting. The role provides up to £37,000 salary, up to 25% annual bonus, and exceptional benefits including holidays and professional development support.

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it's our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices

• Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms.
• Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children.
• Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre.

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members.

Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees – apply today!

Overview

Nursery Manager - Busy Bees Midlothian Newbyres

Location: Gorebridge, Midlothian

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £37,000 DOE + up to 25% annual bonus

As Nursery Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, leading and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional care and education. You\'ll bring our Bee Curious curriculum to life, creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children and colleagues can thrive.

• Lead & inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team.
• Quality improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes.
• Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations.
• Financial oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Professional development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care.

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
• At least 2 years\' leadership experience within an early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• A passion for high-quality childcare and team development
• Confident leadership, organisational and communication skills

• BA in Childhood Practise or willing to work towards is required by the SSSC.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

We offer a truly supportive environment with excellent benefits, including:

• Up to 25% annual salary bonus
• Up to 33 days\' holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - on us!
• 50% childcare discount
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
• Enhanced family leave, return-to-work bonus and menopause support
• Access to our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with retail discounts and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme, pension via Cushon and discounted private medical insurance
• Opportunities to work internationally and learn best practice across our global network

We\'re proud partners of BBC Children in Need, offering colleagues opportunities to get involved in fundraising and community initiatives that make a real difference to children\'s lives.

Role responsibilities and requirements reflect the needs of the Busy Bees group and the Midlothian Newbyres site. This description is subject to change to meet business needs.