Job Description

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom Centre Full Time / Permanent GBP 14.27/Hr. 18962

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Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning.

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.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Haywards Heath, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, accommodates 120 children and is part of an expanding and well-respected UK portfolio. Our nursery combines safe and secure facilities with well-trained and qualified staff, along with effective learning programs and play equipment designed to develop children's communication and creative skills. Housed in a beautifully converted Grade II listed building, we offer 72 places, making a significant contribution to the local community. To support early childhood education, Busy Bees partners with local primary schools to ensure a smooth transition for children moving from nursery to school, fostering a sense of continuity in their educational journey. Additionally, we provide free parking for staff, ensuring convenient access to our nurturing environment.

Busy Bees Benefits

Competitive salary


Ongoing professional development and career progression


Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers


Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)


Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!


50% childcare discount


Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus


Menopause support through Peppy


Financial support through Salary Finance


Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders


Cycle to Work scheme


Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon


Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)


Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.






But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our

Benefits and Wellbeing

platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a

Wellbeing Hub

featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A

Celebrating You

section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated

Grow with Us

area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room.


Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children.


Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.


Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents.


Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children.


Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment.

Ideal Candidate:

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families.

Make a positive impact on young learners--apply now!