Senior Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bisley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Career progression

Bee Curious curriculum

Cycle to Work

Staff parking

Pension scheme

Job summary

Busy Bees Guildford Fitzsimmons Place is seeking a Senior Nursery Room Leader to oversee multiple rooms, maintain high standards of care, and inspire a team to deliver engaging early years learning across the centre. You will lead planning, support Room Leaders, safeguard children's wellbeing, and foster strong relationships with parents while upholding Busy Bees' values and the Bee Curious curriculum.

This role is based at Bisley Camp, Surrey, with a competitive salary and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Experience leading or supervising in an early years setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple rooms and ensure consistent educational strategies across the centre.
• Lead planning and delivery of activities, adapting curriculum to meet children’s needs.
• Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting collaboration and high performance.
• Ensure wellbeing and safeguarding of children, supporting those with additional needs.
• Foster strong relationships with parents and keep them informed of development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and safeguarding protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Team mentorship

Education

Level 3 Early Years education

Job description

Senior Nursery Room Leader

2026-10-02T00:00:00

Bisley Camp

Surrey

GB

GU24 0

Full Time

2026-10-31T03:01:20.14

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As a Senior 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

Busy Bees Guildford Fitzsimmons Place accommodates 124 children and features a longstanding team dedicated to providing the best start in life for every child. Conveniently located, the nursery is just a two-minute walk from the nearest bus stop and a 10-minute walk from the train station, making it easily accessible for families. During your lunch break, you can enjoy the nearby town, which is also a 10-minute walk away, or take a quick five-minute stroll to the river. We offer free parking for staff, ensuring a smooth experience during drop-offs and collections.

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
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts and health resources
• A Celebrating You section showcasing recognition and rewards
• Grow with Us: development opportunities and training to support your growth at Busy Bees

Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader

• Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms.
• Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children.
• Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre.

Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate

• Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.
• Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members.