Nursery Room Leader – Join an Award-Winning and Growing Nursery Group
Why Join Kids Zone Nursery Group?
Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready to take the next step in your childcare career? Do you have a passion for inspiring young minds, leading teams, and making a real difference in children's lives?
At Kids Zone Nursery Group, we're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Nursery Room Leader to join our expanding team. This is more than just a childcare role – it's an opportunity to develop your leadership skills, gain valuable business experience, and build a long-term career within one of Greater Manchester's most established nursery groups.
What Makes Us Different?
- Long-standing, supportive staff team
- Ofsted-rated "Good" settings
- Excellent central locations with nearby tram and bus routes
- Opportunities to work closely with experienced Nursery Managers and Senior Leaders
- Learn from a leadership team with extensive industry experience and a successful portfolio of 8 nurseries across Greater Manchester
- Genuine career progression opportunities – many of our current Managers started their journey with us as apprentices
About the Role
As a Nursery Room Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operation of the nursery while leading and motivating your room team. You'll work closely with the Nursery Manager, Senior Management Team, and SENDCo, gaining hands-on experience across all aspects of nursery leadership and management.
This role offers a unique opportunity to understand how a successful childcare business operates while making a positive impact on children's learning and development every day.
You will be involved in:
- Leading and inspiring a team of childcare practitioners
- Supporting children's learning and development through the EYFS framework
- Building strong partnerships with parents and families
- Conducting nursery show-rounds and promoting the benefits of our setting to prospective families
- Supporting staff wellbeing, development, and performance
- Assisting with staff meetings, supervisions, and reviews
- Ensuring safeguarding and welfare standards are consistently maintained
- Supporting SEND and safeguarding responsibilities and attending professional meetings where appropriate
- Creating engaging content for nursery software platforms and social media channels
- Helping to organise and participate in nursery events, fundraising activities, and community initiatives
- Monitoring quality standards and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
- Undertaking opening and closing checks and supporting the day-to-day management of the nursery
About You
We're looking for someone who is passionate about childcare, enjoys leading others, and is committed to continuous personal and professional development.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Experience working within a nursery setting
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding practices
- Excellent communication skills with parents, colleagues, and external professionals
- Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Positive, proactive, and professional attitude
- Creative, resourceful, and solution-focused approach
You'll Also Be
- A positive role model for children and staff
- Passionate about delivering high-quality childcare
- Committed to safeguarding children and promoting their wellbeing
- Eager to learn, develop, and progress within the childcare sector
- A team player who thrives in a supportive environment
About Our Nurseries
Kids Zone Nursery Group operates modern, bright, and inspiring nurseries across Tameside and Bury, with children's care, learning, and development at the heart of everything we do.
Our settings range from 60 to 175 childcare places, offering excellent opportunities for career growth and development within the local area.
What We OfferCareer Development & Progression
- Clear progression opportunities across our nursery group
- Comprehensive in-house training programme
- Direct mentoring from experienced Nursery Managers and Senior Leaders
- Opportunities to transfer between settings to support career development and family needs
Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Structured pay scale linked to role and nursery occupancy
- Attendance bonus
- Training bonus
- Achievement awards
- Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Regular staff rewards and recognition
- 20% staff childcare discount
- Company pension scheme
- Professional branded uniform provided
- Administrative support team
- On-site parking available at selected settings
- Closed over Christmas and New Year
- Monday to Friday working pattern
Why Build Your Career with Us?
At Kids Zone Nursery Group, we invest in people. This role provides valuable leadership and operational experience that goes far beyond traditional childcare responsibilities. You'll gain a deeper understanding of nursery management, business operations, team leadership, parent engagement, marketing, and quality improvement.
Whether your ambition is to become a Nursery Manager, Area Manager, or even run your own childcare setting in the future, the skills and experience you gain here will help you achieve your goals.
Safeguarding Statement
Kids Zone Nursery Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced background checks, including online searches, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Interested?
We would love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Joanne on 0161 523 6859 .
Job Type: Full-Time
Preferred Experience:
- Childcare: 3 years (essential)
- Room Leader: 1 year (essential)
Preferred Qualifications
- Level 3 Early Years Qualification (minimum requirement)
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Pay: From £22,776.00 per year
Work Location: In person
