Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks a Room Leader to oversee educational strategies and ensure a stimulating environment for children. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification in early years education and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Join a supportive team focused on fostering curiosity and confidence in young learners. This role offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a childcare discount and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Mental Health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Passionate about fostering children's development.
• Make a positive impact on young learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership.
• Oversee the development and wellbeing of children.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – a leading nursery group in the UK. As a Room Leader, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre.

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. Every team member 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 will be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. We also partner with BBC Children in Need, providing fantastic community involvement and fundraising opportunities.

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

Make a positive impact on young learners – apply now!