Nursery Room Manager (Maternity Cover)

• At least 1 years experience in a Nursery Room Leader role or equivalent
• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children

• New Starter 1000 Welcome bonus!!!
• Excellent rates of pay.
• Service recognition awards get an extra days annual leave for each year worked
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
• Generous Childcare discount
• Support to gain higher qualifications
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Free Uniform
• New starter goody bag

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead support and motivate the room team to ensure high-quality care and education.
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure staff understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Provide ongoing coaching feedback and mentoring to develop staff skills.
• Organise rotas staff breaks and room duties to maintain appropriate ratios at all times.

• Plan implement and evaluate age-appropriate activities following the EYFS.
• Ensure childrens development is observed assessed and recorded accurately.
• Support key persons in writing observations next steps and learning journals.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs including SEND support where required.

• Maintain a safe secure environment and ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and report them to the DSL.
• Conduct daily risk assessments of the room and outdoor areas.
• Ensure childrens personal care needs (toileting feeding hygiene) are met consistently.

• Build strong relationships with children families and colleagues.
• Communicate daily with parents about their childs wellbeing progress and activities.
• Work closely with other professionals (SENCO health visitors external agencies) when needed.

• Ensure the room is well-presented stimulating and inviting at all times.
• Maintain resources ensuring equipment is clean safe and age-appropriate.
• Set up purposeful learning areas and rotate activities regularly.
• Oversee housekeeping tasks such as cleanliness displays and storage.

• Ensure all policies procedures and statutory requirements are followed.
• Complete and check accident forms medication records and attendance registers.
• Support inspections and internal audits by keeping documentation accurate and up to date.

• Model positive behaviour management techniques for staff.
• Support children in developing social skills emotional regulation and independence.
• Manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.

• Attend training and staff meetings to keep knowledge current.
• Support team members development by identifying training needs.
• Reflect on practice and contribute to continuous improvement within the room.