Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Northampton is seeking a Room Leader to oversee educational strategies and inspire a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in early years education, with strong leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include planning activities, ensuring child wellbeing, and maintaining a safe environment. Competitive salary and numerous benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to Wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, supervisory experience ideally as a Nursery Room Leader.
• Strong leadership qualities and excellent communication skills.
• Passionate about child development and family relationships.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passion for children's development

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.

Our 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

Join Busy Bees at our Northampton Spinney Hill nursery, where we have an Ofsted rating of Good and a capacity of 111 children. Our long-standing team is dedicated to providing high-quality care in an excellent location, conveniently situated next to Starbucks, McDonald’s, and Morrisons. With a bus stop just a 2-minute walk away, you can reach the town centre in only 15 minutes. We offer free lunches and free parking for our staff, as well as flexible working options. Come be a part of our nurturing environment and help shape the future of our children!

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 Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• Celebrating You section to recognise and reward our team
• Grow with Us area with 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 a plus (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!