Job Description

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Baby room leader to join our team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the day to day running of our 12 place Baby room, ensuring all staff are providing a nurturing and stimulating environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and a passion for working with children, particularly the under 2’s. As a room leader, you will be responsible for managing staff, communicating effectively with parents and guardians, and fostering a nurturing environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support staff during shifts to ensure high-quality childcare and education is delivered.
• Manage daily operations, including staff deployment.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their children’s progress and any concerns that may arise.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations as well as organisational policies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for both children and staff.
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members, promoting professional development and teamwork.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of educational activities that promote children’s learning and development.
• Work cooperatively with higher management to implement changes new new initiatives

Requirements

• Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication with staff, parents, and children.
• 2 years Previous experience working with children under 2 in a nursery or early childhood education setting is essential for this role
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine passion for nurturing children’s development and well-being. If you are an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to making a positive impact on children’s lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Room Leader.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Childcare
• Company pension
• Free parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery: 2 years (preferred)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Baby room lead

Job Description

Job Description

Come and join us!

Kidzcare is the first business in the Scottish childcare sector to transition to employee ownership. We are proud to be the first Employee-Owned Childcare Company since January 2022.

We are looking for a fun, nurturing, committed and experienced person to join our team at Norwood House.

Our nursery caters for 66-children a day (3 months-5 years) and is based in the Marchmont area of Edinburgh. We are open from 8 am – 6 pm Monday to Friday. This role would be full-time time which is 4 working days between Monday and Friday.

Our Blossoms Room Leader (0-18 months) would work in partnership with the staff team of the room to coordinate planning, day-to-day organisation, and operation of the nursery room. The role is to assist in providing high quality play opportunities and care for children in an inclusive environment and in accordance with the ethos of Kidzcare.

Main Duties Include: –

• Have professional knowledge of young children and be aware and act upon the individual children’s needs within the nursery. Impart this knowledge onto the team by demonstrating and sharing good practice.
• Develop a stable, friendly, and trusting relationship with the children. Ensure the staff team mirror this relationship.
• Have a good working knowledge of the child-centered approach, and the relevant curriculum for your age group and impart this knowledge to the team.
• Plan and provide a variety of stimulating play and development opportunities and activities which will aid the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of the children in line with the relevant curriculum. This should incorporate children’s next steps
• Work in partnership with parents and external agencies.
• Communicate with the whole staff team and ensure Blossoms is a positive and happy place to be for staff, parents and children.

Company Benefits;

• Nursery uniform provided; Tunic, Polo Shirts, T-shirts and Fleeces.
• Staff are encouraged to join our children in sharing delicious homecooked lunches, breakfast and snacks.
• Health Assured: Employee Assist Programme
• Childcare Discount* (Terms and Conditions Apply)
• Paid Company Social Events and teambuilding – Christmas, Summer BBQ.
• Performance-based reward scheme
• Paid internal and external training opportunities – company training academy
• Support with funding for qualifications and further learning opportunities
• Regular incentives, early finish voucher opportunities and employee of the month rewards.

Please visit our website for more details: www.kidzcare.org

The successful applicant will be subject to PVG check and must also be willing to register with the SSSC and meet registration conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £13.25 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Leadership: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• SVQ3 (Children and Young people) level 7 (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/01/2025