Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Ellesmere Port seeks a Room Leader. In this role, you will lead activities, ensure a safe environment, and oversee children's development. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a supervisory role. Join a company committed to nurturing young minds and offering extensive benefits, including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, ideally in a supervisory role as Nursery Room Leader or Manager.
• Passionate about fostering children's development.
• Ability to create positive relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Oversee children's development and wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

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

About Us

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.

Our Charitable Commitment

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

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Little Sutton is an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery with a capacity of 105 children, located in the heart of Little Sutton on Windways. Inside the vibrant nursery, every corner is designed to inspire young minds, offering a wide range of engaging activities and learning resources tailored to each age group. The nursery is conveniently positioned for commuters, just a short 4-minute drive from the M53 at Junction 8. For those using public transport, Little Sutton train station is only a 5-minute walk away, and a nearby bus stop at Tesco Express serves route X1, making it easily accessible for families. The nursery also provides free parking. To prepare preschoolers for their next key stage, Busy Bees offers a Foundation Class, where a highly experienced team nurtures essential skills to ensure children are given the best start in life.

Busy Bees 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

Key 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.

Ideal 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.
• Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families.
• Make a positive impact on young learners.

Apply now!