Room Leader Position
Banana Moon Franchise provides a pay range for the Room Leader Position:
Base pay range: £26,500 - £28,500 dependent on experience
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
Requirements
* 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
* Discounted Childcare – priority care for your little ones
* Black Tie Staff Event & Yearly Awards Ceremony – we celebrate achievements together
* Dinner at Staff Meetings & Free Meals During Shifts – fuel up while growing together
* Opportunities for Training and Professional Development – grow your skills and career
* BUPA Mental Health Support Line – your wellbeing matters
* On‑site, Free Parking – easy and convenient access
* Supportive, Family‑Feel Work Environment – where your work truly matters
* A Fun, Nurturing Work Environment – where you can make a real difference
* Banana Moon Curriculum (ELDP) – bespoke early learning programme focusing on children, parents, and staff while reducing paperwork so you can prioritise quality interactions
Join us: apply now to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families while building a fulfilling and rewarding career with us.
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