About Us
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. Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
Busy Bees Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a large range of retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Birthday off
* 50% childcare discount
* Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
* Menopause support through Peppy
* Salary Finance support
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Workplace pension via Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
* Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices
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.
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!
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