Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees In Portishead; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking a Room Leader to oversee educational strategies across multiple rooms. This leadership role involves creating a safe and stimulating environment for children, planning activities, and fostering a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a supervisory role. Join us to make a positive impact on young learners.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Financial support through Salary Finance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting with supervisory experience as a Nursery Room Leader or similar.
• Ability to foster a positive environment and build relations with families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute age-appropriate activities and curriculum.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.
• Oversee children's development and wellbeing, ensuring progress is communicated with parents.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

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

Bristol Emersons Green, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 105 children and features a long-standing team passionate about providing the best start in life for every child. Our nursery includes a qualified early years teacher and offers excellent support for children with additional needs. Conveniently located near local schools, shops, and the library, we also provide free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment.

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

Additionally, you’ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a wide range of retail discounts, and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health. There is also a Celebrating You section showcasing how we recognise and reward our valued team members, plus a Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training designed to help you thrive 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!