Under 2s Room Leader
A good room leader in Early Years should be a leader who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.
Lynwood Day Nursery is looking for an experienced and passionate Room Leader to oversee the day-to-day running of our Under 2s, our Caterpillars and Butterflies.
Our ideal candidate should be leading by example, showing, guiding, role modelling our team of experienced practitioners so the hole team ensures an excellent standard of teaching and very warm interactions with our babies.
The world of our Caterpillars and Butterflies is defined by rapid sensory exploration, early communication (mostly non-verbal), learning through play and freedom through movement.
For these curious and adventurous years of being a baby, every object and every sound is a new discovery and our babies make sense of their environment through safe, hands-on activities and grown ups who build an emotional attachment to them.
This role requires someone with a big heart, excellent communication skills with grown ups and children; a person who is not being afraid to maybe have difficult conversation with their team but with being compassionate and of course understanding how babies learn at this crucial age.
This is not an entry position nor an apprenticeship role and we won't be able to consider those candidates.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Under 2s room team to deliver high-quality care and education tailored to the developmental needs of infants.
- Plan and implement engaging, continuous provisions that promote early learning, socialisation, and emotional development.
- Ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to, maintaining a secure environment for children at all times.
- Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues through effective communication and professional conduct.
- Monitor individual progress of each child, maintaining accurate records and reports in line with regulatory standards.
- Support the induction and ongoing training of staff members within the room to ensure continuous professional development.
- Organise daily routines including feeding, nappy changing, playtime, and rest periods in accordance with best practices in childcare.
- Contribute to the organisation of nursery activities, outings, and special events that enhance children's learning experiences.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with children in a nursery or childcare setting, particularly with infants under two years old.
- Strong management and leadership skills to oversee staff and ensure smooth daily operations.
- Knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development milestones.
- Childcare qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent recognised certification are preferred.
- A caring attitude with patience, organisation skills, and a proactive approach to childcare responsibilities. This role is an excellent opportunity for experienced childcare professionals committed to fostering early childhood development within a supportive team environment.
If you feel this role is for you and you like to know more about it, please send us your CV.
Our initial phase for this role is a teams interview before we are inviting candidates for a trial.
We are looking forward to hearing from you !
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
