Room Leader / Deputy Manager (Maternity Cover)

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Level 3 or above in Early Years Education or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a childcare setting, with at least one in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and relevant childcare legislation.

Desirable

• Experience in Ofsted inspections and achieving Good or Outstanding ratings.
• First Aid and Safeguarding training.

Job role description

• Working in partnership with and supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the daily running and administration of the nursery.
• Adhering to the Policies & Procedures of the company and compliance with the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation and within the guidelines of Ofsted and the National Standards.
• Ensuring confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.
• Supervising other team members and students and carrying out supervisory meetings where appropriate under the guidance of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Supporting the leadership team and organising the planning of activities in the classroom.
• Liaising with the Nursery Manager/Deputy Manager in organising relevant staff, effective mentoring of junior staff, effective delegation and communication and promoting positive attitudes regarding the company.
• Attending regular meetings with the leadership team and participating in staff meetings.
• Care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.
• Assisting with staff inductions and helping new staff to fit into the nursery.
• Providing a good role model for other team members and students.
• Addressing staff and parent queries.
• Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records.
• Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed.