We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable, ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated nursery based in Sydenham, South East London. The nursery offers a warm, stimulating environment equipped with dedicated baby facilities, on-site parking, and convenient access to local rail and bus networks. They are seeking a nurturing and qualified Room Leader to guide their baby room team.
Role Overview:
In this role, you will hold overall responsibility for the care, wellbeing, and early education of babies aged 6 months to 2 years. You will serve as an exemplary role model for staff, establish secure attachments with infants, and maintain open communication with parents.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily care, routine, and early learning experiences for infants aged 6 months to 2 years.
Act as a key person: conducting regular observations, planning sensory-rich activities, assessing progress, and keeping accurate developmental records under the EYFS.
Serve as an inspiring role model for room practitioners and assistants, championing best early years practice.
Liaise daily with parents, carers, and management to provide transparent updates on infant routines and developmental milestones.
Lead room meetings, contribute actively to wider staff meetings, and ensure collaborative teamwork.
Uphold the highest standards of safety, hygiene, sleep monitoring, safeguarding, and room risk management.
Requirements
Requirements:
Full and relevant Early Years qualification at NVQ Level 3 (Level 2 practitioners with significant baby room leadership experience may be considered).
Strong working knowledge and practical implementation of the EYFS for under-twos.
Previous experience caring for babies in an early years setting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise confidently with parents and management.
Strong organizational, routine management, and time-management capabilities.
Enhanced DBS clearance.
Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding certifications are highly desirable.
Benefits
Package & Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay up to £13.53/hr.
Annual performance-related bonus.
Generous paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
Ongoing company-funded training and career progression pathways.
Accessible location with free on-site parking and close proximity to the train station.
£35k per annum
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