Job Description

Overview

A Room Leader is responsible for overseeing care, support, and early education for young children, typically up to the age of five, within a designated room. They must be able to coach and mentor less experienced individuals, create a safe and stimulating environment, plan and supervise activities, and help children develop essential social, emotional, and educational skills.

The Nursery Room Leader plays a vital role in laying the foundation for a child's future learning and development by providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where they can thrive. The information above and below is not an exhaustive list.

Responsibilities:

Lead the Planning and implementation of the Bright Star curriculum, ensuring it is engaging and age-appropriate and meeting the needs of all children in your room.

Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations within the room by either completing or assigning tasks.

Role model, supervise and support staff, encouraging their professional development.

Ensure the nursery environment is safe, fun, and nurturing for children.

Role model exemplary practices.

Ensure all room-based staff communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress.

Maintaining high standards for safety, cleanliness, and hygiene within your room. Leading by example.

Providing high-quality daily care, including feeding, changing Nappies, and ensuring children's hygiene

Keeping a record of the children's progress to share with parents and other carers.

Work collaboratively with other agencies.

Building and maintaining relationships with parents and other carers to facilitate the daily learning and care of the children.

Providing support to other nursery staff members.

Patience and empathy when dealing with children's varying needs and behaviours, as well as maintaining a nurturing and inclusive environment

Qualifications

A level 3 Early Childhood Education

First aid certification (Desirable)

English and Math Grade 4 or above or functional skills

The willingness to undertake further professional development qualifications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 14.75 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Referral programme
Work Location: In person