Room Leader
Zero2Five are proud to be supporting a family:friendly day nursery in Gloucester as they welcome a motivated Room Leader. Youll be joining a welcoming, knowledgeable team who work collaboratively to create a nurturing, child:centred environment where every child is celebrated.
Requirements:
: A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (such as CACHE, NVQ, BTEC or an equivalent).
: Paediatric First Aid certification, or a willingness to undertake this as part of the role.
: A confident and consistent understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.
: Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development, with the ability to contribute to planning, observations and assessments.
: Previous experience supporting or mentoring colleagues, or a genuine desire to develop leadership skills within a Room Leader position.
: A warm, professional and nurturing approach, acting as a positive role model for both children and team members.
Key Responsibilities:
: Deliver high:quality learning, development and care for children from birth to five years.
: Carry out duties and responsibilities as delegated by the Nursery Management team.
: Support the maintenance of a safe, secure and welcoming environment for children, staff and visitors.
: Build strong, effective partnerships with parents, encouraging their active involvement in their childs learning and development.
: Provide a consistently safe, caring and stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors.
: Plan and deliver a play:based EYFS curriculum that supports each childs individual development and progress towards early learning goals.
: Fulfil the role of Key Person effectively, developing positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
: Work in partnership with parents, carers and relevant professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.
: Ensure all observations, assessments and developmental records are accurate, up to date and completed to a high standard, offering guidance to colleagues where required.
: Maintain accurate documentation, including daily registers, accident and incident records, risk assessments and all other required paperwork.
: Ensure the nursery remains fully compliant with Ofsted requirements at all times.
: Adhere to all nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding and child protection, responding appropriately to incidents, complaints, accidents and emergencies.
: Work collaboratively with colleagues and local professionals to support childrens learning and wellbeing.
: Undertake designated responsibilities and any other reasonable duties as directed by senior management, in line with the settings aims and objectives.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, ongoing in:house training and clear pathways for career progression. Youll be working in a well:resourced, high:quality setting, supported by a friendly and encouraging team.
If this role sounds right for you, please apply online or send your most recent CV to