Job Description
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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