Room Manager – N Family Club (Cambridge)
Department: Nursery Education
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Compensation: £30,514 - £33,280 / year
About N Family Club
We’re the UK’s most innovative early‑years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th best workplace in the UK. N Family Club dreams of re‑imagining early years education, fostering creativity, embracing a curriculum‑led approach, and preparing children for the modern world.
Role Responsibilities
* Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional early years education through the play‑based N Curriculum.
* Manage daily routines smoothly – from mealtimes to naptimes, ensuring all children’s needs are met.
* Oversee planning, observations, and assessments, ensuring development‑focused activity plans for every child.
* Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with children, families and your team.
* Ensure your room is a safe, clean, and engaging environment that reflects our high standards.
* Embed and uphold all policies, procedures, and safeguarding practices in daily operations.
* Motivate, coach, and support your team, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere.
* Contribute to the wider nursery management team, sharing ideas and driving continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment.
* Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (full & relevant).
* Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to maintain certification.
* Up‑to‑date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh regularly).
* Passion for early years education and commitment to raising standards.
* Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, can‑do attitude.
* Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused mindset.
* Ability to manage a team effectively and maintain high‑quality provision.
The N Advantage
* Competitive salary – £30,514 – £33,280, based on experience and leadership capabilities.
* Up to £1,200 annual performance bonus.
* Flexible working – choose 4–5 days a week for work‑life balance.
* Up to 35 days holiday, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
* £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy.
* £100 clothing allowance.
* Enhanced family leave for parents, carers and more.
* 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.
Additional Benefits
* 5‑year loyalty bonus – around‑the‑world trip + 2 bonus weeks off.
* 10‑year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off.
* Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire.
* Amazing discounts on groceries, shopping, fitness and more.
* Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
Why N Cambridge?
Join our fantastic team at this charming 82‑place nursery nestled in the heart of historic Cambridge. Getting here is a breeze – buses 19 and 114 stop right outside and the Cambridge train station is just a 15‑minute stroll away.
Next Steps
If you think you have what it takes, click apply and fill in our short application form. For more information about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor page.
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