Location:
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
The Little Boat Nursery, 50 Sheep Walk, Shepperton TW17 0AJ
Hours:
Full-time
About Us:
At
The Little Boat Nursery, we provide a nurturing, home-from-home environment where every child is cherished and encouraged to thrive. Our Baby Room focuses on gentle care, early sensory experiences, and strong emotional connections.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced
Baby Room Leader
to oversee the daily care and development of our youngest children. Youll lead your team to create a calm, loving environment that supports secure attachments, early learning, and individual routines.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the daily operation of the Baby Room, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
Provide warm, responsive care that supports babies physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
Plan and deliver engaging sensory and exploratory activities based on EYFS principles.
Supervise, support, and inspire your room team.
Build strong partnerships with parents, sharing daily feedback and developmental milestones.
Complete observations, assessments, and individual development plans using the EYFS framework.
Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and safeguarding at all times.
Support weaning, feeding, and sleep routines in line with parental preferences and nursery policy.
Requirements:
Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or above).
At least 2 years experience working with babies under 2.
Sound knowledge of the EYFS and child development.
Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training.
Calm, patient, and nurturing personality with strong communication skills.
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