Room Leader Nursery Contract: Fixed term (SeptemberDecember)
Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time
Role Overview:
The Room Leader is responsible for the day-to-day management of the baby room, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. The role includes leading a small team, planning age-appropriate activities, and maintaining high standards of care in line with EYFS requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise staff within the baby room, providing guidance and support
Plan and implement engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
Ensure childrens safety, wellbeing, and development at all times
Build strong relationships with parents and provide regular updates on childrens progress
Carry out observations, assessments, and maintain accurate records
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised room environment
Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are always followed
Support staff development and contribute to team meetings
Requirements:
Relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 or above in Early Years)
Previous experience working with babies in a nursery setting
Experience in a leadership or senior practitioner role preferred
Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding practices
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable:
Paediatric First Aid certification
Experience working in a UK nursery setting
Ability to start in September and commit through December
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