The Role: The Room Leader is a qualified childcare professional with responsibility for the day to-day running of their room, they perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high quality, stimulating learning environment, supervising staff and imparting their knowledge and skills to others. The Room Leader should act in a supportive role to the Manager/Deputy Manager, where their contribution to ideas and overall development of the setting is welcomed and valued.
- Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.
- To make sure work is all equally shared between staff.
- To be aware of policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to.
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately in accordance with child protection and whistle-blowing policies.
- To deploy staff and resources effectively within your room maintaining a high standard of care.
- To reflect on practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day.
- To lead planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities and ensuring your room is well-resourced and creatively set-up
- To lead observations and the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively.
- To develop genuine bonds with the children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities.
- To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life.
- To contribute to the effective recording and resolution of any complaints or investigations, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
- To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times.
- Ensure that rooms are kept hygienically clean and all play equipment is washed regularly and kept tidy.
- To work flexibly as part of the larger team, assisting and supporting colleagues wherever required, in order to ensure the smooth running of the company.
- To attend any scheduled training, staff meetings or special events.
- To assist in the development and support of other staff members by communicating effectively, sharing knowledge and experience, delegating tasks appropriately.
- To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment.
This job description is intended to give you an indication of the main duties, but is not an exhaustive list.
Pay: £10.85-£12.91 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week
Experience:
- afterschool: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
