Early years Room Lead

Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a 0-3 Early Years Room Lead to implement high-quality early years practices. The role involves safeguarding children, developing partnerships with parents, and leading service areas to ensure compliance with legal standards. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in childcare and demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare/early years with relevant placements.
• Desirable: Foundation Degree in early childhood studies or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children in your care.
• Develop partnerships with parents to involve them in their child's education.
• Lead and coordinate service areas, ensuring high-quality standards.

Skills

Safeguarding

Effective Communication

Teamwork

IT Proficiency

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare/early years

Foundation Degree in early childhood studies

Job description

POST TITLE:

0-3 Early Years Room Lead

GRADE:

Scale 6

DEPARTMENT

Children's Services

DIVISION / UNIT

Learning and Schools/ Early Years and Childcare

REPORTS TO:

Daycare Manager

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION

Under the overall direction and management of the Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, and Day Care Manager, to implement high-quality early years practice and provision to support all children in reaching their full potential, particularly in the prime areas of learning and development across all centre services.

Scale 6: Take responsibility for leading and coordinating an area of the centre's services under the direction of senior management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To promote and safeguard the welfare of children in your care and those you come into contact with.
2. To undertake child protection training at a level appropriate to the role.
3. Contribute to developing and maintaining a child-centred, play-based provision that fosters emotional stability, independence, autonomy, and creativity.
4. Foster positive relationships and collaborate with professionals to promote access to integrated services, including completing assessments and participating in team meetings.
5. Develop partnerships with parents to involve them in their child's education and ensure smooth transitions.
6. Act as a key person for a group of children, providing continuity of care and supporting their development through observation and assessment.
7. Develop positive behaviour strategies.
8. Attend and participate in CPD activities, sharing knowledge and leading development in relevant areas.
9. Uphold principles of inclusion and equal opportunities, supporting early identification and intervention.
10. Contribute to planning, observation, assessment, and record-keeping systems.
11. Engage with policies and procedures development.
12. Utilize expertise within the setting and external agencies to meet children's needs.
13. Stay updated with best practices and policies.
14. Lead and coordinate service areas, using evaluative tools and supporting staff.
15. Perform other duties as directed, including working flexibly.
16. Ensure service provision aligns with high-quality standards and legal requirements.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and experience as per the criteria below in your application:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare/early years with relevant placements.
• Desirable: Foundation Degree in early childhood studies or equivalent, substantial post-qualifying experience, GCSEs in English, Room Lead experience.

Knowledge and skills include safeguarding, developmentally appropriate practice, promoting inclusive environments, effective communication, teamwork, and IT proficiency.