Job Description

Baby Room Leader - Join Our Amazing Team

We are delighted to announce that we are

extending our team

and have an exciting opportunity for an

outgoing, conscientious, and professional Baby Room Leader

to join us at

St Andrew's Day Nursery

.

You may be returning to childcare, ready for your next step, or feeling frustrated in your current role -- whatever has brought you here, if you want to work for an organisation that genuinely wants you to

enjoy your job

, feel valued, and thrive professionally, then we would love to hear from you.

About Us

St Andrew's Day Nursery is a

beautiful private day nursery

located in the lovely village of

Shilton

, conveniently close to Coventry, Nuneaton, Bedworth and surrounding areas.

We are a

fun, supportive nursery

with a strong sense of team spirit. Staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, and we adopt a

caring, respectful approach

to everyone who works with us. We work to very high standards, but always ensure staff feel supported, listened to, and encouraged -- and yes, we actively want you to

have fun at work

.

We also enjoy the occasional social event and welcome applications from practitioners of

all backgrounds

.

Hours of Work

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday

We are recruiting for a

Baby Room Leader

About the Role

As Baby Room Leader, you will:

Work alongside a team of qualified, experienced staff to support the

day-to-day running of the nursery

Lead and care for children aged

0-2 years

, putting their

safety, welfare, and development first

Create a nurturing environment where babies can

flourish in their learning and development

Plan and deliver activities in line with the

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Observe children's development and keep accurate daily records Support children with

self-care, feeding, sleeping, and developing independence

Build strong, positive relationships with

parents and carers

, recognising how vital partnership working is Support and mentor nursery practitioners, apprentices, students, and volunteers Share ideas -- we actively encourage staff to bring fresh thinking and creativity to the team
All staff receive training in

Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, and Child Protection

, alongside in-house training, continual coaching, regular supervisions, and performance reviews to help you reach your full potential.

The Successful Candidate Will:

Have a warm, outgoing personality and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team Have

at least one year's experience

in childcare Be eligible to work in the UK Be willing to undergo an

enhanced DBS check

Be able to provide

two references

(one may be a character reference if required)
Please note: Our rural location is served by one local bus route with limited times. Applicants should consider travel arrangements carefully if they do not drive.

What We Offer

Qualification Bonus

Your qualification is an investment in children's futures -- and we believe it deserves recognition:

Level 3

- 250 after 6 months' service, then 250 for every additional year

Level 5

- 350 after 6 months' service, then 350 for every additional year

Level 6

- 450 after 6 months' service, then 450 for every additional year
Childcare Discount

50% discount

on nursery fees for your own children
Birthday Holiday

A

paid day off on your birthday

, every year
Extra Holiday for Loyalty

1 additional paid holiday per full year of service

, up to

10 extra days

Attendance Bonus Holiday

A

paid holiday day

for every 3-month period with no more than the equivalent of 3 working days' sickness
Employee of the Week

Weekly recognition with

paid time off

as a thank-you for going above and beyond
Ofsted Inspection Bonus

2000 team bonus

, awarded at management discretion if: Before Sept 2025*: rated

Outstanding

After Sept 2025*:
Safeguarding = Met At least

6 areas rated Exemplary

Remaining area rated at least Strong
Refer-a-Friend Bonus (up to 350!)

100 - Level 2 (working towards Level 3) 200 - Level 3 275 - Level 5 350 - Level 6
(Paid after 6 months' service -- you must still be employed)

Paid Christmas Party

Fully paid annual celebration for our team
Gift Bags

Birthday, Easter, and Christmas gift bags to say thank you
Annual Pay Reviews

Every April, reflecting role, progress, and dedication
Staff Appreciation Board

Celebrating creativity, effort, and achievements
Enhanced DBS & Update Service

We cover the full cost
Mileage Paid for Training

45p per mile

for manager-approved off-site training
Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)

Approved overtime can be taken back as TOIL within the same calendar year
Career Progression

Clear routes to

Senior roles, and beyond

Training & Development

Online CPD, continual coaching, and higher apprenticeship pathways
Experienced Management Team

Regular supervisions, support, and performance reviews
Treat Days

Paid breakfasts, surprise gifts, and "just because" treats -- because you matter
If all of this still isn't enough,

staff testimonials are available on request

.
You can also view our

most recent Ofsted inspection

here.

How to Apply

If you feel this role could be the right next step for you, please email us at:

Manager@standrewsnursery.co.uk

We truly look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,

St Andrew's Day Nursery Team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 13.28 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Company events Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person