Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group is seeking a Room Leader to oversee educational strategies and inspire team performance. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 early years education qualification, strong leadership skills, and experience in early years settings. The role includes creating a safe learning environment, planning activities, and fostering children's development. Opportunities for professional growth and a range of employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, supervisory experience is beneficial.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead age-appropriate activities and curriculum planning.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Foster teamwork through supportive leadership.
• Track children’s development and communicate with parents.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

Overview

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.

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 Perivale, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 76 children and has been a part of the community since 1993. Our nursery provides a secure, fun, and stimulating environment where children can develop and flourish. Our dedicated team takes pride in the quality care they offer to every child. Conveniently situated within a five-minute walk from Perivale Tube station (Central Line), we provide complimentary lunches and free parking for our families. At our nursery, learning isn’t confined to indoors; we are proud to offer a safe and secure outdoor space where children can explore freely. We encourage them to enjoy the fresh air, stay active, and have fun while learning to take safe risks under the supervision of our experienced nursery staff.

Busy Bees Benefits include: competitive salary, ongoing professional development and career progression, our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a range of retailers, up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), your birthday off, 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, and opportunities to travel to other countries to experience different cultures and learn new practices.

Additionally, you’ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a wide range of retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your health. A Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training to help you thrive at Busy Bees.

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!