Senior Nursery Room Leader

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UKAs 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 UsBusy 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 CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.About our Nursery  Join Busy Bees at our Watford nursery, proudly rated Good by Ofsted, with a capacity for 46 children. Our small, dedicated team is passionate about providing exceptional care and learning experiences. Conveniently situated on the grounds of Watford Hospital, we have excellent transport links, including a bus stop right outside serving Hemel Hempstead and Holywell, plus Watford Junction and Watford High Street train stations just a 10-minute walk away. Staff benefit from flexible shifts and ample free on-site parking. Come and be part of our nurturing team, where quality childcare and child development come first Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salaryOngoing professional development and career progressionOur ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you50% childcare discountEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusMenopause support through PeppyFinancial support through Salary FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work schemeEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.Free onsite parking (Paid for by Busy Bees)Discounted lunch in the restaurantFree uniformBut wait, there’s more You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge 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 showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow 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.Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees—apply today