Job Description

Baby Room Leader – Northwood (HA6)

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (rotating shifts between 8am – 6pm)

 

An ‘Outstanding’ Nursery with bright, spacious and stimulating learning environments is looking for a passionate Baby Room Leader to join their fun, supportive and encouraging management team.

We are seeking someone with strong knowledge of the EYFS, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for working with babies aged 0–2 years. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, nurturing, and able to lead by example.

 

Key Responsibilities - Baby Room Leader - max 12 babies and 3-4 practitioners

  • Lead and support a small Baby Room team to deliver outstanding care and learning.
  • Ensure consistent routines for feeding, nappies, sleep and age-appropriate activities.
  • Create a warm, nurturing, safe and stimulating Baby Room environment.
  • Maintain accurate observations, developmental records and daily care logs.
  • Build strong relationships with parents and share daily progress updates.
  • Ensure all staff follow safeguarding, safe sleep, bottle-feeding and health & safety procedures.
  • Carry out daily checks, risk assessments and hygiene routines.
  • Plan and oversee sensory and developmental activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Support staff training, development and positive team collaboration.
  • Ensure regular access to outdoor play, pram walks and sensory exploration.
  • Work closely with management, SENCO and other coordinators.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Level 3 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS
  • Previous experience working in a nursery setting
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Confident in leading a team and supporting high-quality practice

All positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.

 

If you’re passionate about giving babies the best start in life and want to join a fun, progressive and caring nursery team, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Send your CV or call 07398846041 to start your journey with us.

 

Skills & Qualifications

Early Years Education, Safeguarding, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Multitasking

Benefits

Casual dress, Company pension, Sick pay, Childcare, Health & wellbeing programme, Company events