Nursery Room Leader

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

Job summary

A leading nursery chain in the UK is seeking a Room Leader to oversee multiple rooms and ensure educational strategies are effectively integrated. This role involves leading a team to create a safe and stimulating environment for children. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a supervisory role. The job offers a competitive salary, professional development, and various benefits including childcare discounts and generous holiday entitlements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience in an early years setting, preferably with supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passionate about child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years education

Job description

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.

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!

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 Scholes, rated “Good” by Ofsted, has a capacity of 94 children and offers an ideal environment for every child to learn, develop, and thrive. The nursery features four bright and welcoming rooms, each tailored to cater to different age groups and developmental levels, allowing your little one to flourish alongside peers at a similar stage. In addition to a wide range of resources within the nursery rooms, there are two spacious garden areas where children can continue to explore their imagination outdoors. Conveniently located just a short 5‑minute drive from Wigan town centre, the nursery is also easily accessible by public transport, with bus stops nearby on Vauxhall Road and Wellington Street served by routes 630 and 575. For those traveling by bus, the town centre bus station is only a 10‑minute walk away. Free parking is available for staff.

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