Childcare Manager

Join us at Little Pioneers and embark on a fulfilling journey as a Room Manager, where you'll not only build your career but also play a pivotal role in our nursery by shaping the future of young minds. As a Room Manager, you'll lead a dedicated team, fostering children's development in inspiring environments. Your journey with us will be a stepping stone towards becoming a leading childcare professional.
What will the role involve?
Leadership - Lead, support, and inspire your team, setting an example for your colleagues.
Planning and Assessment - Take ownership of planning, observations, and assessments in alignment with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Collaboration -Work closely with Quality Training Advisors to achieve outstanding results and outcomes for children.
Teaching Excellence - Play a key role in supporting the education and development of your key children through high-quality teaching and learning.
We're looking for a special someone who will work their magic to achieve all-round outstanding results and outcomes for our children

• Full and relevant level 3 qualification (Essential)
• An Enhanced DBS check ( we'll cover the costs)
• Open, honest and compassionate
• Inspiring and passionate about early years and working with children

Our roles come with a fantastic set of benefits which really make a difference for you
Career Growth - Progression opportunities within the nursery as well as opportunities society wide. Little Pioneers' unique values means anyone can develop into various roles including a nursery manager or further - all you need are dreams and aspirations.
Learning and Development - We give you the support you need to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours through one-to-one supervisions, personal development plans and access to learning resources and activities, as well as joining one of our award-winning LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
Discounts and perks - receive up to 20% off food shopping, GBP500 off holidays and a phenomenal 60% off your childcare fees which could add up to a GBP7000 saving a year!
Wellbeing - We are committed to supporting your wellbeing and have a variety of wellness resources and tools available to you such as our financial and mental wellbeing apps.
Doing Good Together - Not only this, but we also give you up to 3 days to volunteer within working hours!
Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach puts a premium on fun which ultimately is intended to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills in the education and development of your key children will help us on our mission to ensure our colleagues, families, and children all rate us as outstanding.
Apply today! If you would like more information, email our team at

Annual Pay of GBP28,145, comprising of GBP26,145 basic salary and a GBP2k allowance for the first year