Senior Nursery Room Manager

Busy Bees Nurseries; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in West Byfleet is seeking a Senior Nursery Room Manager to guide a team and support child development. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have experience in a similar role. The position offers a salary of up to £28,000 along with benefits like 28 days holiday, health support, and childcare discounts. Join a supportive environment that promotes career growth and inclusivity.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Health & Wellbeing Apps

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Manager, or Practitioner is required.
• Strong understanding of children's developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Be the third in charge at the nursery, working closely with the management team.
• Ensure each child's needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observation, assessment, and planning for your key children.

Skills

Childcare experience

Team leadership

EYFS standards knowledge

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Senior Nursery Room Manager, West Byfleet

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: West Byfleet, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 940f02a1180e

Job Views: 27

Posted: 12.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

Are you a Senior Nursery Room Manager? Great! We are looking to bring on board a childcare professional on a full-time basis at our Busy Bees West Byfleet Nursery.

As a Senior Room Manager, you will guide and support the team by role modeling your knowledge and best practice. You may also wish to enroll in a Management Qualification through our in-house training academy to develop your leadership skills and potentially gain a promotion!

About our Benefits

We offer a salary of up to £28,000 per annum, plus:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your Birthday off
• Childcare Discounts - 50% discount
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme, Peppy, and Mental Health support
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution
• Enhanced family leave

And more, including well-being benefits, Cycle to Work scheme, compassionate leave, and discounts through our Smart Hive platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the third in charge at the nursery, working closely with the management team
• As a keyworker, ensure each child's needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs
• Take ownership of observation, assessment, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS standards
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements while guiding and coaching staff
• Most importantly, have fun!

Qualifications: Level 3 Childcare qualification and previous experience as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Manager, or Practitioner are required.

Why choose Busy Bees?

We offer exciting career opportunities, on-the-job learning, sector-leading training, and support in child development, backed by 40 years of success.

Our Culture

Our purpose and values guide us. We promote an inclusive environment and encourage applications from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.