Senior Nursery Room Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; North Shields; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in North Shields is seeking a Senior Nursery Room Manager to provide guidance and support to their team. The role involves ensuring children's developmental needs are met and may include pursuing a Management Qualification. The successful candidate will require a Level 3 Childcare qualification and previous leadership experience. This full-time position offers a salary of £27,000 and benefits including 28 days holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Birthday off

50% childcare discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Well-being perks

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Nursery Room Leader or similar role required.
• Ability to support children's development effectively.
• Experience with SEND/ASL needs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Be the third in charge at the nursery, working closely with management.
• Ensure individual needs of children are met, supporting SEND/ASL needs.
• Manage observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS.
• Guide and coach staff in achieving developmental goals.
• Foster a fun and engaging environment.

Skills

Leadership

Child development

Communication

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

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Senior Nursery Room Manager, North Shields

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Client:

Busy Bees Nurseries

Location:

North Shields, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Summary

Are you a Senior Nursery Room Leader? Great! We are looking to bring on board a childcare professional on a FULL TIME basis at our Busy Bees North Shields NE29 8NH Nursery.

As a Senior Room Leader, you will guide and support the team by role modelling your knowledge and best practice. You may wish to enroll in a Management Qualification with our in-house training academy to develop your leadership skills and pursue a promotion!

Our location is conveniently accessible, just under a 10-minute drive from North Shields town centre, Tynemouth, and Whitley Bay. We have a large on-site car park with ample space. Public transport options include the Rake Lane – Cedar Court bus stop outside the nursery, served by buses 54, 57A, Cobalt & Coast.

Benefits include:

• Salary of £27,000 per year
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Birthday off
• Childcare discounts of 50%
• Health & Wellbeing Apps and Employee Assistance Programmes
• NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution
• Enhanced family leave

Additional benefits include well-being perks, Cycle to Work scheme, compassionate leave, and discounts through our Smart Hive platform.

Responsibilities of a Senior Room Leader:

• Be the third in charge at the nursery, working closely with management
• Ensure individual needs of children are met, supporting SEND/ASL needs
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements, guiding and coaching staff
• Have fun!

Qualifications: Level 3 Childcare qualification and previous experience as a Senior Nursery Room Leader or similar role are required.

Why choose Busy Bees?

We offer a dynamic, evolving career with excellent training and support, backed by 40 years of success.

Our Culture:

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.