At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team in creating a nurturing environment for babies to thrive.
- Company: Welcoming nursery with a focus on child development and outdoor learning.
- Benefits: Discounted childcare, annual leave, free uniform, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Potential for permanent role after maternity cover ends.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early years while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a leadership role.
The predicted salary is between 31800 - 31800 £ per year.
Job Description
- Room Leader – Baby Room (Maternity Cover)
- £31,800 per annum | 40 Hours per Week | Monday–Friday
This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming nursery as Baby Room Leader on a maternity cover contract, with the potential to remain with the nursery in a permanent role once the contract comes to an end.
The nursery has been carefully designed to support children at every stage of their development, with dedicated rooms for each age group.
Each room is thoughtfully equipped with high-quality resources that encourage exploration, creativity, and learning through play.
Outside, children benefit from a beautiful, spacious garden featuring exciting play areas, plenty of room to explore, and a thriving vegetable patch, giving them opportunities to connect with nature and enjoy outdoor learning throughout the year.
As Baby Room Leader, you'll lead a passionate team in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where babies can thrive during these important early months and years.
What We're Looking For
- Full and relevant
- Level 3 Early Years qualification
(or equivalent).
- Previous experience as a
- Room Leader ,
Senior Nursery Practitioner , or similar leadership role.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
- Experience supporting and mentoring colleagues.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A warm, nurturing, and child-centred approach.
- What You'll Receive
- Discounted childcare
- Annual leave increasing with length of service
- Free uniform
- Staff recognition schemes
- Regular team events
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Paid enhanced DBS check
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of the Baby Room, ensuring exceptional standards of care and education.
- Support and mentor your room team, creating a positive and collaborative working environment.
- Plan and deliver engaging activities that support babies' learning, development, and wellbeing.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress in line with the EYFS framework.
- Make full use of the nursery's well-equipped indoor spaces and beautiful outdoor environment to support children's development.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice at all times.
- Work closely with the wider management team to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality childcare.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
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Room Leader in Stourbridge employer: Willingcare
Willingcare in Winchester is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for its staff. With competitive salaries, benefits like daily lunch and discounted childcare, and a strong commitment to employee development, this Outstanding nursery fosters a culture of collaboration and passion for early years education. Join a dedicated team where your contributions are valued and you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on young children's lives.
