Job Description

London, United Kingdom Centre Full Time / Permanent GBP 14.77/Hr. 18892

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

As a Senior 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 Ealing 2A/2B The Grove, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 50 children and features warm and welcoming rooms thoughtfully designed to create a nurturing and inviting atmosphere where children can flourish and thrive. Our tailored approach caters to each child's unique needs and interests, encouraging them to learn, explore, and unleash their full potential. Thanks to our dedicated team, no two days are the same, as they carefully curate a variety of fun-filled activities that continuously stimulate young minds. The adventurous outdoor garden provides ample space for exploration, play, and imagination. Conveniently nestled in the heart of Ealing, our nursery offers a central and accessible location for families seeking early years education. With excellent transportation links nearby, parents can easily drop off and pick up their children; the M4 is just a five-minute drive away, Ealing Broadway Station is an eight-minute walk, and bus stops on Grange Road and Bond Street are just a short stroll away. We also provide complimentary lunches for our children, ensuring they are well-fed and ready to enjoy all the engaging experiences we offer. At Busy Bees Ealing 2A and 2B The Grove, there is never a dull day, with endless opportunities for fun and learning!

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.

What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader:

Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre.

Ideal Candidate:

Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members.

Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees--apply today!