Job Description

At

The Beeches Park Day Nursery

, we're on a mission to make magic every day -- and we're looking for a

Bear Cubs Room Leader

who lives and breathes our values:

Love Loudly

- Show big-hearted care in every interaction.

Protect Their World

- Create a safe, nurturing space where little ones thrive.

Champion Every Child

- Recognise the brilliance in every two-year-old, and help them grow.

Ignite Wonder

- Bring stories, songs, and sensory exploration to life.

Grow with Families

- Work in partnership with parents and carers with warmth and trust.

Celebrate the Spark

- Notice the milestones and magic moments and share the joy.

Stay Wild, Stay Kind

- Embrace nature, play, and kindness at every turn.

Be Magic Makers

- Lead with creativity, calm, and connection.

About us:

Beeches Park Day Nursery is part of the DEN Nursery Group. At The DEN, we've spent decades building an approach that allows the children and staff in all our nurseries to thrive.

With our unique approach to staff development, a completely bespoke learning curriculum and a commitment to physical and mental health, our nurseries are full of smiles, laughter, learning and play.

Our days at Beeches Park are filled with excitement, passion, adventures, and amazing opportunities, we offer a magical journey of learning and exploration that will captivate children's imagination and set the stage for a bright future.

We are passionate about outdoor learning spending lots of time in our urban forest school and building community relationships.

About the Role

As Room Leader for our Bear Cubs

(1-2 year olds)

, you'll lead a small team of passionate practitioners and create an environment where curiosity and care go hand in hand. You will:

Be a

key person

for several children, building trusting bonds and recording their journey

Lead planning

of fun, developmentally appropriate activities in line with EYFS

Mentor and inspire

your room team through day-to-day leadership Foster

strong partnerships with families

, updating them with warmth and clarity Keep the room safe, organised, stimulating -- and full of joy Work closely with the leadership team to uphold our

high standards of care and compliance

What You'll Need

Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent) -

essential

Experience in a nursery setting, ideally with toddlers Passion, creativity, and a calm, confident leadership style Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and room management A heart that matches our mission -- to care deeply and celebrate every child
What We Offer

A supportive, joyful working environment where

your voice matters

Ongoing training and career development

opportunities 31 days holiday - Including Christmas closure for well deserved rest and family time

Your birthday OFF

- we love birthdays and think you should have the day off to celebrate! Staff recognition, wellbeing support, and

celebrations that matter

Free

Health club membership A chance to grow in a nursery group that's

driven by values, not just targets

Ready to Lead with Love?

Apply today and tell us why

you're ready to lead the Bear Cubs

with heart, humour, and imagination.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Nursery: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025