Nursery Room Manager

Busy Bees Childcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Greater London seeks a passionate Room Leader to create engaging learning experiences for children. You will inspire your nursery team and support children's development while maintaining positive family relationships. A Level 3 qualification in early years and supervisory experience are required. Competitive pay and benefits are offered including career progression, 50% childcare discount, and wellness perks.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career progression

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Access to wellbeing perks

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Travel opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting, ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Manager, or Practitioner.
• Ability to inspire and support a team in a nursery setting.
• Commitment to fostering children's development.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning experiences for children.
• Lead and inspire the nursery team with enthusiasm.
• Support children's development and maintain relationships with families.
• Plan educational activities to encourage growth.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passion for child development

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

Overview

We’re opening a new Busy Bees Nursery in Cricklewood! Be part of something amazing. Busy Bees has acquired and is transforming a stunning two‑storey nursery in Cricklewood and this is your chance to be part of something truly special. In October, 110 little learners will be exploring, laughing, and growing in a beautifully refurbished space designed to inspire. We’re looking for passionate Room Leaders to join us in delivering exceptional early years education and giving our children the very best start in life.

Transport and Accessibility

Excellent Transport Connections – Just a 7‑minute walk from Cricklewood Thameslink Station, with direct trains to Central London, Luton, and St Albans – ideal for commuters.

Well‑served by local bus routes – Multiple bus stops within a 3–7 minute walk, including Cricklewood Broadway and Sheldon Road, with access to routes: 16, 189, 226, 245, 260, 460, C11, plus night services N32 and N266.

Easy access from nearby areas – Kilburn: Just 2 minutes by train or 6 minutes by direct bus (C11); Willesden: 6‑minute direct bus ride via routes like 260 and 266; Golders Green: 10‑minute journey via direct buses 245 and 460.

Benefits

• Competitive pay – £31,761.60 per annum
• Career progression – Grow with us through training & development
• Birthday off – Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate you!
• 50% childcare discount – Because family comes first
• Up to 28 days holiday – Including bank holidays
• Menopause support – Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones
• Wellbeing perks – Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub
• Cycle to Work scheme – A healthy commute, a happier you
• Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & salary finance support
• Travel opportunities – Work with childcare professionals across the world
• Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus – Because balance matters
• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders – We’ve got your back
• Exclusive access to Hive – A benefits & wellbeing platform filled with retail discounts, a wellbeing hub supporting your physical & mental health, a celebrating you section recognising our valued team members, and a grow with us area packed with development opportunities and training

What You’ll Do

• Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children
• Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity
• Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families
• Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth
• Ensure the highest standards of health, safety & hygiene

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 to inspire and support your team
• A passion for fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas. We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way! As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners. Our charitable commitment – through our partnership with BBC Children in Need – includes fundraising, community events, and support for children across the UK.

This is your chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career‑changing. Apply now and start your next adventure with Busy Bees.