Room Manager
Location: Penarth
Hours: 40
Pay: £14.05
Are you an inspiring early years leader with a passion for helping little minds grow big ideas?
We’re on the lookout for a talented and experienced Room Managers to lead our rooms – someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purposeful environment and wants to be part of something genuinely special.
At Little Adventures Nurseries we don’t settle for “good enough” – we aim high for our children, our families, and our team. If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where your voice matters and your professional growth is genuinely supported, read on…
What You’ll Be Doing
As Room Manager, you’ll lead by example, guiding your team to deliver exceptional care, learning and play experiences. Your role will include:
Leading and inspiring your room team with clear vision, energy and empathy
Creating a rich, enabling environment where children can thrive
Ensuring day-to-day room operations run smoothly and safely
Embedding our curriculum, values, and high standards into everyday practice
Monitoring progress and supporting your team’s individual training and development
Working closely with families to build strong partnerships and share in each child’s journey
Carrying out regular audits, risk assessments, and action plans as required
About You
We’re looking for someone who is more than just experienced – we want a role model, a motivator, and a lifelong learner.
You’ll need to have:
A Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
Proven leadership experience in a room or unit within a nursery setting
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and a child-centred, inclusive approach
Experience in a preschool or baby room (ideally both!)
Up-to-date Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene certificates
Excellent communication and people skills – someone who builds strong, positive relationships with children, families and teams
A valid enhanced DBS check (or be willing to undertake one)
Flexibility and a proactive, can-do attitude
Why work for us
Our culture is built around our ARCH values: Accountability, Reliability, Caring and Honesty. We believe in recognising success, supporting wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential. We're proud to be a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work certified organisation, reflecting our commitment to creating an engaging and supportive workplace.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Generous annual leave entitlement
Continuous professional development and fully funded training
Leadership development programmes
Excellent career progression opportunities across our growing group
Employee recognition and reward schemes
Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform
Discounted childcare (where applicable)
Team events and celebrations
An inclusive, supportive, and values-driven culture
Grow Your Career With Us
Whether you're an experienced Nursery Manager or looking to take the next step in your leadership journey, we'll invest in your development and provide opportunities to progress within a growing organisation. Many of our leaders have developed their careers with us, and we're committed to helping our people achieve their ambitions.Schedule:
Monday to Friday, full-time
Benefits:
Professional Development
40+ paid training hours every year
Fully funded qualifications & CPD
Access to our Future Leaders Programme
Opportunities to join national working groups and pilot initiatives
Regular mentoring and coaching
Wellbeing & Time Off
Paid sick leave after probation
Birthday day off – because cake tastes better when you’re not at work
Loyalty rewards for long-service milestones
Wellbeing-focused policies & mental health support
Family-first flexibility wherever possible
Team Perks
Staff recognition and rewards
Exclusive staff discounts and perks
Opportunities for internal progression across our growing group
A fun, supportive team culture that actually means something
Involvement in exciting, sector-leading projects
And so much more!
