Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Nurseries; Little Altcar; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare provider in Little Altcar, UK, seeks a Room Leader to inspire a team and oversee educational strategies across multiple rooms. The ideal candidate will lead age-appropriate activities while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for children. Required qualifications include a Level 3 in early years education and experience in supervisory roles. Benefits include competitive salary, professional development, and a unique Bee Curious curriculum aimed at fostering children's growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Your birthday off

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, ideally in a supervisory role.
• Passionate about children’s development and creating positive relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning of age-appropriate activities in your room.
• Oversee the development and wellbeing of children.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

About the Nursery

Busy Bees Formby is rated "Good" by Ofsted and is designed for children ranging from babies to preschoolers, providing an ideal environment for early education and development. Nestled in the heart of the community, our nursery offers a home‑from‑home atmosphere where children can thrive under the guidance of our experienced team. The nursery features well‑equipped rooms tailored to different age groups, ensuring children can socialize with their peers while engaging in activities that align with their interests and developmental stages.

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 partnership with BBC Children in Need offers fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

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.