Nursery Room Manager (Maternity Cover)

Department: Little Elms Lee

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Lee

Reporting To: Nursery Manager

Compensation: £32,000 - £33,000 / year

Description

• 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 day’s 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 children’s 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 children’s personal care needs (toileting, feeding, hygiene) are met consistently.

• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child’s 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.