Job Description

We are looking to recruit a room leader for our pre-school room supporting children from 3 - 5 years old.

We are open 8 am - 6pm 51 weeks per year.

Hours of work: 8 am - 6 pm 4 days a week - on an all year round contract

Requirements:

A minimum of level 3 in early years is required plus supervisory experience within early years

Desirable:

Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, First aid and experience in supervising within a room



As a room leader you would be responsible for the day to day supervision/running of the room. You will perform an important role in caring for children, maintaining a high-quality stimulating learning environment, supervising staff as well as supporting with their development.

You will need to be a creative and reflective leader. Be able to implement new ideas and use a range of strategies to continually improve practice and support the management team.

You will need to keywork a small group of children. You will be expected to collate all observations on key children to build up their 'Learning Journey' and set their next steps and write reports.

A sound knowledge of the EYFS is essential to support the children's learning and assist with planning, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation, ensuring that the children's choice and enjoyment is the prime motive

Support in providing an enabling environment for the children in the setting, implementing all playgroup policies to ensure the safeguarding and care of all who attend the setting.

The ability to liaise closely with staff and parents / carers to ensure that each child's needs are recognised and met, and be a good role model to children within the setting

To work well within a team, attending staff meetings and planning meetings

To be flexible in working hours and attend training courses

Applicant must be 18+ years due to being a key holder.

Safeguarding - Children and Vulnerable Adults

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Staff must work in accordance with the Working together to Safeguard Children and understand their role within the policies of child protection and safeguarding.

NB This post is exempt from the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FR 2025