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Shooting Stars Nurseries; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £15.30

50% childcare discount

Generous annual leave

Fully funded training

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced DBS paid by company

Job summary

Shooting Stars Nurseries in Stourbridge is seeking an experienced Baby Room Leader for a maternity cover contract. You will lead the baby room, ensure high standards of care and education, and support development in line with EYFS.

You will manage a team of practitioners, supervise observations and learning journeys, and foster strong relationships with children and families while safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Experience as Baby Room Leader, Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Third in Charge or Deputy Room Leader.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, child development, safeguarding and observation, assessment and planning.
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the baby room.
• Ensure outstanding standards of care and education for babies 0–2 years.
• Support learning and development in line with EYFS.
• Build attachments with children and families; lead a team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisation

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Nursery experience

Job description

Potential Permanent Opportunity

Essential Requirements

Baby Room Leader (Maternity Cover)

Shooting Stars Nurseries - Stourbridge, DY8 1TT

Stourbridge, West Midlands

£15.30 per hour (£31,824 per annum)

Full Time - 40 hours per week|From Mid September 2026

Monday to Friday | All Year Round

Potential Permanent Opportunity Available

Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference

Shooting Stars Nurseries is seeking an experienced and passionate Baby Room Leader to join our friendly team at our well-established nursery in Stourbridge on a maternity cover contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for an existing Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner or experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking to lead a baby room and make a real difference during the most important stage of a child's development.

You'll be responsible for creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for our youngest children, leading a team of practitioners and ensuring exceptional standards of care, learning and development.

Potential Permanent Opportunity

Whilst this role is initially offered as maternity cover, we are keen to invest in talented Early Years professionals. Subject to successful completion of probation and business needs, there may be an opportunity to move into a permanent Nursery Practitioner position within the nursery.

What You'll Be Doing

As Baby Room Leader, you will:

• Lead the day-to-day running of the baby room.
• Ensure outstanding standards of care and education for babies aged 0-2 years.
• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS.
• Build strong attachments and positive relationships with children and families.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of practitioners, apprentices and students.
• Complete observations, assessments and learning journeys to a high standard.
• Work in partnership with parents and carers to support each child's development.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing standards are consistently maintained.
• Foster an engaging, stimulating and nurturing environment where babies can thrive.
• Support the wider management team with continuous improvement across the nursery.

Essential Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above).
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Experience as a:
  • Baby Room Leader
  • Room Leader
  • Senior Nursery Practitioner
  • Third in Charge
  • Deputy Room Leader
• Strong knowledge of:
  • EYFS
  • Child development
  • Safeguarding and child protection
  • Observation, assessment and planning
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about giving babies the very best start in life.
• Understands the importance of attachment and emotional wellbeing.
• Leads by example and inspires those around them.
• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and education.
• Enjoys mentoring and developing others.
• Brings enthusiasm, positivity and professionalism every day.

Why Join Shooting Stars Nurseries?

We value our people and are committed to helping our teams grow and succeed.

Benefits Include:

• £15.30 per hour.
• Annual salary and benefit reviews.
• 50% childcare discount.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
• Fully funded training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our nursery group.
• Supportive leadership and management team.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Free uniform.
• Enhanced DBS paid for by the company.
• Staff recognition awards.
• Annual staff celebrations and events.
• Dedicated staff facilities and comfortable break areas.

About Shooting Stars Nurseries

At Shooting Stars Nurseries, we are passionate about providing exceptional childcare and early education. Our Stourbridge nursery offers a welcoming, supportive and child-focused environment where children, families and colleagues can flourish.

We are proud of our strong team culture and our commitment to helping every colleague develop and reach their full potential.

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and safer recruitment checks. All roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare any convictions, including those considered spent.

Benefits

Benefits Include:

• £15.30 per hour.
• Annual salary and benefit reviews.
• 50% childcare discount.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
• Fully funded training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our nursery group.
• Supportive leadership and management team.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Free uniform.
• Enhanced DBS paid by the company.
• Staff recognition awards.
• Annual staff celebrations and events.
• Dedicated staff facilities and comfortable break areas.

Vacancy Reference: ST RL MAT 22.07.26