Senior Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Room Leader to oversee multiple rooms and integrate educational strategies across the center. This leadership role involves mentoring staff to ensure high standards of care and learning. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in early years education, experience in an early years setting, and strong leadership skills. Join us to foster an engaging, supportive environment for children and team members alike, while enjoying a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Extra day off for your birthday

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting with supervisory or leadership experience.
• Proven ability to inspire and support team members.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee educational strategies across multiple rooms.
• Lead team planning and delivery of activities.
• Ensure wellbeing and safeguarding of children.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Inclusivity

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education

Job description

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

About Busy Bees

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 provides fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Quedgeley, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester, with a capacity of 105 children. We provide a nurturing environment designed to support children's growth and development. Our nursery offers free parking for staff, ensuring convenient access for educators. Additionally, we provide exclusive Busy Bees benefits, including an extra day off for your birthday, making it a rewarding workplace for our dedicated team.

Benefits & Wellbeing

• 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.