Baby Room Leader and Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Shooting Stars Nurseries; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Fully funded training

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aid

DBS paid for

Free uniform

Staff facilities

Job summary

Shooting Stars Nurseries in Bromsgrove is offering a flexible Early Years opportunity including Part-Time Baby Room Leader (2-3 days) or Full-Time Level 3 Practitioner, or a combined role. Competitive hourly rates and year-round operation support a rewarding career path in a trusted Midlands nursery group.

The roles cover babies to five years, with emphasis on safeguarding, development and family partnerships. Flexible scheduling and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS.
• Passion for supporting children to reach their full potential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Positive, reliable and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the baby room.
• Coach and motivate colleagues to maintain high standards of practice.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers.
• Ensure children's care, learning and development needs are consistently met.
• Monitor observations, assessments and planning in line with the EYFS.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing practices.
• Work closely with nursery management to continually enhance quality and outcomes.
• Act as a key person and build positive relationships with children and families.
• Deliver engaging learning experiences tailored to children's interests and developmental needs.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Support children's communication, confidence and independence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain excellent standards of care and education.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Professional attitude

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Baby Room Leader (Part-Time/Job Share) and/or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove | B61 0AE

Baby Room Leader: £15.30 per hour

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner: £14.10 per hour

Flexible Opportunity | Part-Time, Full-Time or Job Share

Monday to Friday | Between 7:30am and 6:00pm | Open all year round

Lead, Inspire and Nurture Young Minds

Are you an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step in your career, or a qualified Level 3 Practitioner seeking a supportive nursery where you can thrive?

At Shooting Stars Bromsgrove, we are excited to offer a flexible opportunity that can be tailored to the right candidate:

• Part-Time Baby Room Leader (Job Share, 2-3 days per week)
• Full-Time Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
• A combined role, where you work part-time as Baby Room Leader and part-time as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and supportive nursery team dedicated to providing exceptional care and learning experiences for children from birth to five years.

Whether you're an experienced Room Leader ready for a new challenge or a passionate practitioner looking to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Baby Room Leader Responsibilities

As Baby Room Leader, you will lead and inspire a team caring for our youngest children, creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where babies can flourish.

You will:

• Lead the day-to-day running of the baby room
• Support, coach and motivate colleagues to maintain high standards of practice
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Ensure children's care, learning and development needs are consistently met
• Monitor observations, assessments and planning in line with the EYFS
• Promote outstanding safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing practices
• Work closely with nursery management to continually enhance quality and outcomes

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Responsibilities

As a Level 3 Practitioner, you will:

• Act as a key person and build positive relationships with children and families
• Support children's care routines and emotional wellbeing
• Deliver engaging learning experiences tailored to children's interests and developmental needs
• Observe, assess and record children's progress
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Support children's communication, confidence and independence
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain excellent standards of care and education

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Recent experience working within a nursery or childcare setting
• Good knowledge of the EYFS
• Passion for supporting children to reach their full potential
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
• Positive, reliable and professional approach

For the Baby Room Leader Role

• Previous leadership, senior practitioner or room leader experience is desirable
• Experience working with babies and under-twos is highly advantageous
• Confidence supporting colleagues and driving quality practice

Why Join Shooting Stars?

At Shooting Stars, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a positive working environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

Benefits Include

• Competitive hourly rates:
• Baby Room Leader: £15.30 per hour
• Level 3 Nursery Practitioner: £14.10 per hour
• Flexible working options including part-time, full-time and job share opportunities
• Annual pay and benefits reviews
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement linked to length of service
• Fully funded training and professional development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways across our group of seven Midlands nurseries
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Free uniform
• Dedicated staff facilities and break areas
• Staff recognition programmes and appreciation events
• Supportive nursery leadership team, experienced area managers and a passionate company owner committed to excellence in early years care and education

About Shooting Stars Nurseries

Shooting Stars Nurseries is an established group of seven nursery settings across the Midlands, providing high-quality childcare and early education for children from birth to five years.

We are passionate about creating inspiring environments where children develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning. Equally, we are committed to supporting our colleagues through training, career development and a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and right to work, and overseas criminal record checks where applicable. Applicants must disclose any arrests, charges, convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands, warnings or other information that may affect their suitability to work with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.