Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Childcare; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Nottingham is seeking a Room Leader to oversee educational strategies and inspire a high-performing team. Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a supervisory role. The job offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment focused on children’s development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting with supervisory experience.
• Ability to create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Strong communication skills to foster relations with families.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Oversee children's development and wellbeing.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Passion for early childhood education

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

Join our exceptional team at Busy Bees Nottingham University, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 96 children. Our nursery features five warm and welcoming base rooms, each designed to provide a stimulating environment for children to grow and develop during their early years. Each room has its own dedicated Astro Turf outdoor area, surrounded by trees and wildlife, allowing children to explore nature and engage in outdoor play. Our long-standing staff team is dedicated to going above and beyond, ensuring that every child in our care receives the best possible start in life. Conveniently located on the Nottingham University campus, close to the QMC hospital, our nursery offers easy access for families and staff alike. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive and caring team, we would love to welcome you to Busy Bees Nottingham University!

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. Note: Access to Hive platform and wellbeing resources are available as part of our benefits.

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; 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!