At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a baby room, providing high-quality care and nurturing support for children aged 6 months to 2 years.
- Company: Well-established nursery in Westminster with a focus on quality early years education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £35,000, professional development, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality childcare and continuous professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while leading a passionate team in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience with babies aged 6 months to 2 years.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Westminster, London
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours, Monday-Friday)
About the Role
Hays Education are working in partnership with a well-established and high-quality nursery setting in Westminster to recruit a dedicated and experienced Baby Room Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Early Years professional to take the lead in a baby room, supporting children aged 6 months to 2 years within a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment. The role combines hands-on childcare with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for an experienced Room Leader, Third in Charge, or an aspiring Deputy Manager ready for the next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of the baby room
- Deliver high-quality care, safeguarding, and learning opportunities
- Support babies' routines, including feeding, sleeping, and personal care
- Build strong, secure attachments with children and positive relationships with families
- Monitor and track children's development in line with EYFS
- Coach and support team members through role modelling and supervision
- Ensure compliance with EYFS, Ofsted standards, and internal policies
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Support transitions, settling-in processes, and parental engagement
Requirements
Essential:
- Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, particularly birth to 2 years
- Experience working with children aged 6 months to 2 years
- Experience leading or supporting a team within a nursery setting
- Sound understanding of safeguarding and health safety requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable:
- Experience supporting staff development (e.g. coaching or peer observations)
- Knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and inspection readiness
- Additional language skills (e.g. Mandarin)
Personal Qualities
- Warm, nurturing, and patient approach
- Reliable, organised, and proactive
- Passionate about high-quality childcare and early development
- Ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Committed to inclusive practice and continuous professional development
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £35,000
- Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to progress into more senior roles
- A welcoming and collaborative working environment
Important Information: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available). All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding requirements.
If you are an experienced Early Years professional ready to lead a baby room and make a real impact, apply today through Hays Education.
Baby Room Leader - Early Years employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Join a well-established nursery in Westminster, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment dedicated to high-quality early years education. With competitive salaries and ample opportunities for professional development, this role as a Baby Room Leader not only allows you to lead and inspire a team but also offers a pathway to advance into more senior positions. Experience the joy of making a meaningful impact on children's lives while working in a nurturing setting that values your passion for childcare.
Contact Details:
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
