Job Description

The Role

: The Room Leader is a qualified childcare professional with responsibility for the day to-day running of their room, they perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high quality, stimulating learning environment, supervising staff and imparting their knowledge and skills to others. The Room Leader should act in a supportive role to the Manager/Deputy Manager, where their contribution to ideas and overall development of the setting is welcomed and valued.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children. To make sure work is all equally shared between staff. To be aware of policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to. To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care. To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately in accordance with child protection and whistle-blowing policies. To deploy staff and resources effectively within your room maintaining a high standard of care. To reflect on practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day. To lead planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities and ensuring your room is well-resourced and creatively set-up To lead observations and the assessment of children's learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively. To develop genuine bonds with the children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities. To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life. To contribute to the effective recording and resolution of any complaints or investigations, ensuring confidentiality at all times. To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times. Ensure that rooms are kept hygienically clean and all play equipment is washed regularly and kept tidy. To work flexibly as part of the larger team, assisting and supporting colleagues wherever required, in order to ensure the smooth running of the company. To attend any scheduled training, staff meetings or special events. To assist in the development and support of other staff members by communicating effectively, sharing knowledge and experience, delegating tasks appropriately. To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment.
This job description is intended to give you an indication of the main duties, but is not an exhaustive list.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 10.20-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person