Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Gravesham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks a Room Leader in Gravesham. You will oversee curriculum execution while ensuring a safe, stimulating learning environment. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a supervisory role. This position offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and numerous benefits including up to 28 days holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting with supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of activities in your room.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Oversee development and wellbeing of children.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Passion for children's development

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 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. 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

Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose‑built nursery with a capacity of 112 children. The single‑level campus allows each room to have direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance children’s development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff.

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 – our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return‑to‑work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Salary finance and employee assistance programme for financial and mental health support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted private medical insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel abroad, experience different cultures and learn new practices
• Our Hive wellbeing platform, providing retail discounts and a wellbeing hub with resources for physical and mental health
• A “Celebrating You” section showcasing how we recognise and reward valued team members
• A dedicated “Grow with Us” area sharing exciting development opportunities and training

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.
• Making a positive impact on young learners.

Apply now!