At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in providing high-quality care and education for babies.
- Company: Join the outstanding Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early experiences and foster a love of learning.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, leadership skills, and a passion for working with young children.
The predicted salary is between 37509 - 38637 £ per year.
About The Role
Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, creative, well-organised and committed Baby Room Lead to join our well-established early years team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our outstanding school and children's centre and become part of the thriving team at Ambler.
Contract: 35 hours per week, all year round, shifts between 8am-6pm
Salary Range: NJC Scale 6 Actual Salary: £37,509 - £38,637 per annum
Required for: October 2026
We are looking for candidates with:
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with babies.
- Excellent knowledge and experience of providing high-quality care and education for babies and young children.
- Ability to monitor, assess and write quality observations.
- Ability to work as part of a team and to follow and embed whole school initiatives.
- A commitment to improving outcomes for all our children and families as part of multi-agency team working.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and health & safety requirements.
At Ambler, we promote equality, challenge discrimination and recognise the positive value that comes from having a truly diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who reflect the diverse community of our school.
Deadline for application: Midnight, Sunday 6th September 2026
Short-listing: Week beginning Monday 7th September 2026
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 14th September 2026
Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.
Baby Room Lead employer: Islington Council
Islington Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous leave entitlements, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to the London Living Wage, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful public health initiatives in the vibrant boroughs of Islington and Haringey.
