Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Bristol is seeking a passionate Nursery Room Leader to lead curriculum planning and ensure a safe learning environment for children. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification in early years education and have strong leadership skills. Benefits include competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and professional development opportunities. Join our supportive team dedicated to nurturing children’s growth and learning.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, preferably as a Nursery Room Leader or Manager.
• Passionate about children's development and fostering relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Track children's progress and communicate with parents.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children.
• Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.
• Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents.
• Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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.
• Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families.

About Busy Bees

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. Why Work at Busy Bees?

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.

Nursery Location

About our Nursery Bristol Emersons Green, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 105 children and features a long-standing team passionate about providing the best start in life for every child. Our nursery includes a qualified early years teacher and offers excellent support for children with additional needs. Conveniently located near local schools, shops, and the library, we also provide free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment.

Benefits

• 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.