Senior Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees; Blunsdon St Andrew; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking a Senior Room Leader to oversee educational strategies across multiple rooms. You will mentor and develop Room Leaders and ensure the wellbeing and safeguarding of children. Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in early years education and experience in a leadership role within an early years setting. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role as a Senior Nursery Room Leader or similar is preferred.
• Ability to adapt curriculum for diverse children’s needs.
• Strong commitment to child wellbeing and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistency in educational strategies across multiple rooms.
• Lead planning and delivery of activities for children.
• Mentor Room Leaders to promote a high-performing team.
• Foster relationships with parents concerning child development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Experience in early years setting

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

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 Swindon St Andrews, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 106 children and is located in a growing community near lovely walks and parks. Our nursery provides convenient access to main routes such as the A419 and M4, along with good transport links. Each age group has its own designated garden space, and our inviting rooms create a warm atmosphere for children. We also have a parent room on-site, allowing families to share important information with us. The nursery is surrounded by several nearby parks, a care home, local amenities, and schools, enhancing our connection to the community. We offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access 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.

But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees—apply today!