Room Manager

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Job summary

A leading nursery education provider in the UK seeks a Room Manager in Reading, Berkshire. The role involves leading a team, ensuring exceptional early years education through a defined curriculum, and maintaining a safe and engaging environment. Candidates should hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have leadership experience. This position offers a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including performance bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Flexible working

Up to 35 days holiday

Learning fund

Clothing allowance

Enhanced family leave

Childcare discount

Travel support

Social events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment.
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver early years education.
• Manage daily routines ensuring all children’s needs are met.
• Build relationships with children and families.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Customer-focused mindset

Team management

Passion for early years education

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid certification

Job description

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Department: Nursery Education

Department: Nursery Education

Location: Reading, Berkshire

Compensation: £28,205 - £31,491 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As a Room Manager at N Family Club, you’ll be the inspiring leader of your playroom, championing a culture where curiosity, creativity, and confidence flourish. You’ll manage a passionate team, oversee the smooth running of your room, and ensure the N Curriculum is delivered to the highest standard. In this key leadership role, you’ll shape the experiences of both children and team, while growing your own career through industry-leading training, coaching, and resources.

What you’ll be doing…

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional early years education through the play-based N Curriculum
• Manage daily routines smoothly – from mealtimes to naptimes, ensuring all children’s needs are met
• Oversee planning, observations, and assessments, ensuring development-focused activity plans for every child
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with children, families, and your team
• Ensure your room is a safe, clean, and engaging environment that reflects our high standards
• Embed and uphold all policies, procedures, and safeguarding practices in daily operations
• Motivate, coach, and support your team, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere
• Contribute to the wider nursery management team, sharing ideas and driving continuous improvement
  
  

Our Room Managers should have…

• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment
• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (full & relevant)
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to maintain certification
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh regularly)
• Passion for early years education and commitment to raising standards
• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, can-do attitude
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Ability to manage a team effectively and maintain high-quality provision
  
  

The N Advantage

• Competitive salary – £28,205 - £31,491, based on experience and leadership capabilities
• Up to £1,200 annual performance bonus
• Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for work-life balance
• Up to 35 days holiday - including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
• £100 annual learning fund, plus access to N Academy (level 3, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)
• £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
  
  

And that’s not all!

• 5-year loyalty bonus - around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off
• 10-year loyalty bonus - ‘Out of this world’ experience + 2 extra weeks off
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
• Amazing discounts – save on groceries, shopping, fitness and more
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness
  
  

Why N Reading?
Join our fantastic team at this vibrant 135-place nursery in the heart of Reading, Berkshire.

Getting here is a breeze! With the number 81 bus stopping right outside and plenty of free local parking, your commute is as easy as it gets.

Making an impact…
At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.

We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we’re building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.

Join N Family Club today as a Room Manager and lead the next generation of early education innovation.

What's next?

If you think you got what it takes, click apply and fill in our super quick (1 min) application form!

If you want to read more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Education Management

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