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!

Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary - £42,000
• Ongoing professional development & career progression
• Birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Up to 28 days holiday
• Travel opportunities
• Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus

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