BABY ROOM LEAD / SUPERVISOR

Zero2Five Early Years Recruitment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension scheme

Employee childcare discount

Mentoring and staff wellbeing support

Opportunities to gain further qualific

Job summary

Zero2Five is seeking a Baby Room Lead/Supervisor in Hove to head the day-to-day operation of a Baby Room for babies aged 3-18 months. You will guide and motivate the team, ensuring a warm, safe space where little ones can explore and develop.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification with at least one year in a Room Leader or senior role, plus a passion for working with babies and strong safeguarding knowledge. Flexible, 4-day weeks and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• At least one year's experience in a Room Leader, Supervisor or senior early years role.
• Paediatric First Aid and previous Baby Room leadership experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day running of the Baby Room, caring for children aged 3-18 months.
• Supporting, motivating and guiding your team to deliver high-quality care.
• Creating a warm, safe and stimulating environment where babies can explore and develop.
• Planning fun, engaging activities in line with the EYFS.
• Building strong relationships with children and their families.
• Maintaining excellent safeguarding, health and safety standards.
• Supporting children's individual needs, routines and developmental milestones.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organisation

Baby care

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Ready to take the lead in a baby room where you can make a real difference?

Zero2Five is looking for a passionate, nurturing and confident Baby Room Lead / Supervisor to join a welcoming early years setting in Hove.

If you love helping little ones thrive, enjoy supporting a team and take pride in delivering outstanding care, this could be the perfect next step in your career!

THE ROLE

• Hours: 33.5 hours per week
• Working pattern: 4 days per week, with flexible working arrangements
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Hove, East Sussex

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Leading the day-to-day running of the Baby Room, caring for children aged 3-18 months.
• Supporting, motivating and guiding your team to deliver high-quality care.
• Creating a warm, safe and stimulating environment where babies can explore and develop.
• Planning fun, engaging activities in line with the EYFS.
• Building strong relationships with children and their families.
• Maintaining excellent safeguarding, health and safety standards.
• Supporting children's individual needs, routines and developmental milestones.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• At least one year's experience in a Room Leader, Supervisor or senior early years role.
• A genuine passion for working with babies.
• Confidence in leading a team and maintaining high standards.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• A warm, caring and proactive approach.
• Paediatric First Aid and previous Baby Room leadership experience would be an advantage.

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• A 4-day working week.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive team and management.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Employee childcare discount.
• Mentoring, staff wellbeing support and opportunities to gain further qualifications.

READY FOR YOUR NEXT STEP?

If you're an experienced early years professional ready to lead, inspire and make a difference during those all-important first years, we'd love to hear from you!