At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a baby room, creating engaging activities and nurturing relationships with children and families.
- Company: Join a supportive early years setting that values staff wellbeing and development.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, free meals, and fun team outings.
- Other info: Opportunity for ongoing professional development and a friendly team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early development while enjoying a flexible work environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in a baby room or leadership role.
The predicted salary is between 26100 - 31900 £ per year.
Baby Room Leader – Full Time (40 Hours per Week)Flexible options - term time only considered and condensing hours into a 4 day week also offered Are you at your best when working with the very youngest learners?
Do you know how to turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences for babies as they take their first steps in learning and development?
If so, this could be your next role.
We’re looking for a warm, confident and experienced Baby Room Leader to join a nurturing early years setting.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a small team, create a safe and stimulating environment, and build strong relationships with children and families.
The role at a glance:40 hours per week Working hours between 7:45am and 6:00pm (shift patterns within this window)Term time only option available for the right person What you’ll be doing: Leading the baby room with care, consistency and a calm presence Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Supporting your team to deliver high-quality early years practice Building trusting relationships with parents and carers Ensuring the room is a safe, stimulating and welcoming space every day What we’re looking for: Level 3 qualification in Early Years (essential)Experience working in a baby room, or previous leadership experience, ideally both A genuine passion for early development and child-led learning Someone organised, approachable and confident leading a team Flexibility to work within the setting’s opening hours What we offer: Competitive rates of pay Company pension scheme Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities Staff team days out fully paid for by the company (e. g. trips to Blackpool, Flamingo Land and more)Staff mental health and wellbeing app, including free counselling sessions Low-cost meals provided Regular treats to promote a happy working environment Breakfast Tuesdays A supportive, friendly team culture where staff wellbeing is genuinely valued This isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about creating those small, magical moments that matter.
You’ll have the chance to shape a room, support a team, and make a real difference to children at the very start of their journey.
If you’re ready to step into a role where your experience and care really count, we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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Baby Room Leader - Full Time (40 Hours per Week) in Leeds employer: Protocol Education
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional development of its staff. With flexible hours and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in Gateshead. The company values its team members, providing competitive pay and dedicated consultant support to ensure a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
