Office Manager

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – UK's Premier Nursery Group

Busy Bees is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff. Our aim is to provide hygienic and enjoyable learning spaces that allow every child to flourish.

About Busy Bees

We are the largest nursery group in the UK, operating nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and expanding internationally. We strive to offer every child the best start in life and pride ourselves on creating an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported.

Why Choose Busy Bees?

Our supportive culture encourages you to help build stimulating educational environments that nurture children's curiosity and confidence through our distinguished Bee Curious curriculum. Additionally, through our collaboration with BBC Children in Need, we actively engage in community support and fundraising activities benefiting children.

About the Nursery Location

Our Great Yarmouth nursery is rated "Good" by Ofsted and caters for up to 71 children. The location, recently refurbished to ensure warmth and friendliness, is situated on James Paget Hospital grounds with excellent transport and free staff parking. This presents an excellent career growth opportunity within early childhood education.

Benefits of Working at Busy Bees

• Competitive remuneration package
• Continuous opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Access to our “Hive” benefits and wellbeing portal offering extensive retail discounts
• Up to 28 days holiday per year, including bank holidays
• Birthday day off as a special gift from us
• 25% discount on childcare services
• Enhanced family leave policies and return-to-work bonuses
• Menopause support through dedicated programmes
• Financial assistance options such as Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and availability of Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work initiative
• Simple enrollment in a workplace pension via Cushon
• Discounted private medical insurance plans
• Additional wellbeing resources through Hive, including physical and mental health support, recognition programmes, and developmental training opportunities

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver exemplary administrative support and personal assistance to the Nursery Manager
• Ensure the daily operations of the nursery are efficient and effective
• Adhere to company policies and data protection regulations consistently
• Occasionally assist with direct support in base rooms as children's needs demand, with all necessary training provided

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Proficient experience with Microsoft software applications
• Prior experience in office management or administrative roles is required
• Strong ability to work independently and proactively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with outstanding interpersonal abilities
• Adaptable and flexible work approach