Room Manager: Inspiring Early Years Leader

Little Adventures Nursery Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40+ paid training hours per year

Future Leaders development programme

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday day off

Paid sick leave after probation

Company pension

Staff discounts

Regular company events

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Little Adventures Nurseries is seeking a Room Manager in Bristol to lead a busy nursery room, ensuring exceptional care, learning and play experiences. You will guide your team, embed our curriculum and liaise with families to support each child’s journey.

The role requires Level 3+ Early Years qualification, proven leadership in a nursery, strong EYFS knowledge, and up-to-date safeguarding and first aid certifications. DBS required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is essential.
• Proven leadership experience in a nursery room or unit.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child-centred approach.
• Experience in a preschool or baby room (ideally both).
• Up-to-date Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene certificates.
• Excellent communication and people skills with families and teams.
• Valid enhanced DBS check or willingness to undertake one.
• Flexible, proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your room team with clear vision and energy.
• Create an enabling environment where children thrive and learn.
• Ensure day-to-day room operations run smoothly and safely.
• Embed our curriculum, values and high standards in practice.
• Monitor progress and support your team's training and development.
• Work closely with families to build strong partnerships.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Childcare experience

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

Tools

Paediatric First Aid

Safeguarding

Food Hygiene certificates

Job description

Little Adventures Nurseries is seeking a Room Manager in Bristol to lead a busy nursery room, ensuring exceptional care, learning and play experiences. You will guide your team, embed our curriculum and liaise with families to support each child’s journey.

The role requires Level 3+ Early Years qualification, proven leadership in a nursery, strong EYFS knowledge, and up-to-date safeguarding and first aid certifications. DBS required.