Deputy Room Leader

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursery in the UK is looking for a dedicated Deputy Room Leader to assist in managing the baby room and provide exceptional care and education. The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification and relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £29,000 along with a supportive working environment and various benefits.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Additional leave

Staff events and team activities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in nursery or early years settings.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and able to work collaboratively.
• Knowledge or experience using digital learning platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the room leader in managing the baby room.
• Plan activities based on children's development.
• Maintain accurate observations and records.

Skills

Experience as Room Leader or similar

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage

Organizational skills

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Ability to support children with SEND

Paediatric First Aid certification

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Room Leader to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education, creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Deputy Room Leader, you will support the management of the baby room and assist in delivering exceptional care and education for young children.

This full-time role offers a salary of £29,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Supporting the room leader in the day-to-day management of the baby room.
• Planning and supervising activities tailored to children's developmental needs.
• Acting as the key person for allocated children, ensuring their progress and wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate observations, assessments, and records.
• Upholding safeguarding and health & safety standards at all times.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Contributing to the quality and environment of the nursery to meet the Early Years Foundation Stage standards.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, or similar role.
• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting, supporting children's learning and development.
• Ability to support children with SEND and work in partnership with parents.
• Good organisational skills, ability to manage time effectively, and maintain accurate records.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, professional, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge or experience of using digital learning platforms is desirable.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Additional leave.
• Staff events and team activities.
• A supportive and professional working environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated early years practitioner to take the next step in their career. Apply today to join a nurturing and dynamic nursery team!

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