Nursery Room Leader

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

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Kettering is seeking a Room Leader to inspire and lead a team in providing high-quality education and care. This role involves planning and executing age-appropriate activities, fostering children's development, and ensuring a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in early years settings. Competitive salary and excellent benefits including career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Childcare discount

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting with supervisory experience is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Passionate about fostering children's development and building positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Oversee the development and wellbeing of children.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passion for children's development

Education

Level 3 qualification 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.

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 Kettering is an Ofsted‑rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 112, offering a family‑oriented environment where staff feel welcomed immediately. The longstanding, experienced management team supports a vibrant learning atmosphere, featuring an on‑site Forest School and allotment. Located in a quiet area with ample parking and nearby amenities, the nursery provides free parking and lunch for employees.

Busy Bees offers excellent career progression opportunities with a variety of fully funded courses. Flexible working options include 40 hours per week with the possibility of four longer days and one half‑day off each week.

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
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health
• A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• A dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow 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!