Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees In Portishead; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Join Busy Bees In Portishead as a Room Leader. You will lead educational strategies across multiple rooms, inspiring your team to maintain the highest standards of care. This role supports the development of young learners in a nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a nursery setting. You’ll benefit from a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and additional perks like 50% childcare discount and up to 28 days holiday.

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting is essential.
• Supervisory experience as a Nursery Room Leader or Manager is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of child development principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure children's wellbeing and progress is tracked and communicated.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Passion for child 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.

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

Busy Bees Sittingbourne, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 77 children in a nurturing environment featuring a forest area in the preschool garden, as well as dedicated garden spaces for each room and large, spacious interiors. We maintain strong links with the local Sure Start centre and work with dental health ambassadors from the NHS to promote health and wellbeing. Conveniently located just a short walk from the town centre and local shops, we offer free parking for staff. Additional benefits include free uniforms, Busy Bees discounts, and promotions through our Hive programme, creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team.

Busy Bees 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!