Overview
Nursery Room Manager – Shirley
Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Shirley Limited
Department: Little Elms Shirley
Salary: Up to £31,160 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (4 longer days OR 5 days, 8:30am–5:30pm)
Bonus: £1,000 Welcome Bonus*
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
Ready to lead a vibrant nursery room? Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Manager to join our team in Shirley.
Our nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities with bright, spacious rooms and outdoor areas for children to thrive in.
Responsibilities
* Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding care and education
* Ensure daily routines, activities, and experiences meet the needs of all children in line with the EYFS framework
* Provide a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive
* Be a key person for children, building strong relationships with parents and carers
* Monitor children’s progress, completing observations and planning next steps in learning
* Safeguard and promote the welfare of every child in your care
* Support, mentor, and supervise staff within your room – ensuring high standards of practice
* Maintain accurate records, including health & safety, accidents, and safeguarding logs
* Work closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy to support the smooth running of the nursery
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals
Qualifications
* At least 1 year’s experience as a Nursery Room Manager
* Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
* Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Statutory Framework
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Confidence to use your initiative
* A genuine passion for childcare that shines through your daily practice
Benefits
* £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid on first payday and after probation)
* Excellent rates of pay
* Service recognition awards – extra day’s annual leave for every year worked
* Free BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous childcare discount
* Support to gain higher qualifications
* Internal promotion opportunities
* Free uniform
Additional information
* This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
* You must complete safeguarding training before starting
* You must have the right to work in the UK – unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas
* We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference every day? Apply today and start your Little Elms journey!
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