Nursery Room Manager

N Family Club; Bushey; On-site; GBP 30,514 - 33,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Annual learning fund

Clothing allowance

Enhanced family leave

40% childcare discount

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Bushey is seeking a Room Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional early years education. You'll oversee the playroom, ensuring that the curriculum is delivered to high standards and fostering a creatively engaging environment. The ideal candidate has experience in early years leadership and a Level 3 qualification. Competitive salary and generous benefits offered, including flexible working and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment.
• Ability to manage a team effectively and maintain high-quality provision.
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge or willingness to refresh.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional early years education.
• Manage daily routines ensuring children’s needs are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children and families.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Team management

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

Department: Nursery Education

Location: Bushey, Hertfordshire

Compensation: £30,514 - £33,280 / year

As a Room Manager at N Family Club, you’ll be the inspiring leader of your playroom, championing a culture where curiosity, creativity, and confidence flourish. You’ll manage a passionate team, oversee the smooth running of your room, and ensure the N Curriculum is delivered to the highest standard.

What you’ll be doing…

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional early years education through the play-based N Curriculum
• Manage daily routines smoothly – from mealtimes to naptimes, ensuring all children’s needs are met
• Oversee planning, observations, and assessments, ensuring development-focused activity plans for every child
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with children, families, and your team
• Ensure your room is a safe, clean, and engaging environment that reflects our high standards
• Embed and uphold all policies, procedures, and safeguarding practices in daily operations
• Motivate, coach, and support your team, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere
• Contribute to the wider nursery management team, sharing ideas and driving continuous improvement

Our Room Managers should have…

• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment
• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (full & relevant)
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to maintain certification
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh regularly)
• Passion for early years education and commitment to raising standards
• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, can-do attitude
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Ability to manage a team effectively and maintain high-quality provision

The N Advantage

• Competitive salary – £30,514 - £33,280, based on experience and leadership capabilities
• Up to £1,200 annual performance bonus
• Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for work-life balance
• Up to 35 days holiday - including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
• £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)
• £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually

And that’s not all!

• 5-year loyalty bonus - around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off
• 10-year loyalty bonus - ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness

Why N Bushey?

Join our outstanding team at this character-filled 87-place nursery, beautifully restored from a former hotel, in the heart of Bushey.

Getting here is a breeze! With on-site parking available and the 306 bus dropping you just a short walk away.

Making an impact…

At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.

We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we’re building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.

Join N Family Club today as a Room Manager and lead the next generation of early education innovation.