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Posted 16 August, 2026

Nursery Room Leader

Busy Bees
Stockton-on-Tees, England, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Exciting New Kids 1st Nursery in Bishopsgarth!

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of a spectacular Kids 1st nursery in Bishopsgarth, Stockton! This is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special. With 92 little learners ready to explore, laugh, and grow, we need a passionate Room Leader for our Toddler Room. Join us in giving our children the best start in life!

This is your opportunity to be a founding team member, helping to shape the nursery culture and create an environment where both children and staff can thrive together.

Why You'll Love Working With Us as a Room Leader

  • Competitive Pay: Enjoy a rewarding salary of £13.85 per hour!
  • Career Progression: Grow with us through ongoing training and development!
  • Birthday Off: Yes, really! Take the day to celebrate YOU!
  • 50% Childcare Discount: Because family comes first!
  • Up to 28 Days Holiday: Including bank holidays!
  • Menopause Support: Through Peppy, helping you navigate life’s milestones!
  • Wellbeing Perks: Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub!
  • Cycle to Work Scheme: A healthy commute for a happier you!
  • Pension & Financial Perks: Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support!
  • Travel Opportunities: Collaborate with childcare professionals across the globe!
  • Enhanced Family Leave: Plus a return-to-work bonus because balance matters!
  • Employee Assistance Programme: With Mental Health First Aiders—we've got your back!

PLUS: You’ll gain exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform, filled with:

  • Retail discounts
  • A Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health
  • A "Celebrating You" section recognizing our valued team members
  • A "Grow with Us" area packed with development opportunities and training

What You’ll Do as a Room Leader

  • ⭐ Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children
  • ⭐ Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity
  • ⭐ Support children’s development & maintain positive relationships with families
  • ⭐ Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth
  • ⭐ Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene

Are You Our Perfect Room Leader?

Do you have…?

  • A 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, organizational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team
  • A passion for fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families

✨ This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Kids 1st!

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