Room Leader and Early Years Educator

1 week ago

Tunbridge Wells, Kent, United Kingdom Banana Moon Franchise Full time

Room Leader Position
Exciting Opportunity at Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells
We're thrilled to offer a rare opportunity for a
full-time Room Leader
(qualified to Level 3 or above) to join our amazing team.

It's a fantastic chance to step into a key leadership role within our fun, nurturing, and supportive nursery environment.

We're looking for someone who:

  • Brings a huge smile and plenty of hugs to make every child feel safe and loved
  • Can turn every day into an adventure - dressing up, singing, exploring, and getting creative
  • Doesn't mind leaving work covered in paint, glitter, or playdough
  • Has the patience and talent to guide little ones to sleep and the energy to keep up with lots of moving, giggling children
  • Knows the names of the children—and their favourite soft toys and pets
  • Feels proud to be adored by children, trusted by families, and valued by colleagues

Role Purpose -Room Leader
As a Room Leader you will be fully responsible for the running of a room, while also supporting the management team in the daily running of the nursery..

In this role, you will:

  • Lead your room with enthusiasm, creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment
  • Support the Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery
  • Mentor, support, and inspire your team to deliver outstanding practice
  • Assist with training, mentoring, role-modelling, and supervising staff to lead ambitious and high-quality practice
  • Ensure full compliance with safeguarding protocols, EYFS guidelines, and Banana Moon policies
  • Build strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the local community
  • Promote our nursery's reputation with passion and professionalism
  • Create a safe, caring, and welcoming setting where children flourish and parents feel confident and supported

You'll also benefit from
Banana Moon's management training
and
ongoing professional development
supported by our Franchise Support Team.

Requirements
Qualifications and Experience Required:

  • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
  • Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience
  • At least 1 year of management or Room Leader experience
  • Enhanced DBS check (Child Workforce)
  • 12-hour Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training

Benefits
At Banana Moon Tunbridge, we love to take care of our team. You'll enjoy:

  • Yearly staff awards ceremony
  • Dinner provided at staff meetings
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Discounted childcare
  • On-site / free parking
  • Regular company events

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