Early Years Room Manager

Early Years Room Manager
Location: Woodford Green, IG8 0PN
Salary: Up to £36,527.40per annum plus performance-related bonus
Hours Available:

36 hours per week (8:00am-6:00pm across 4 days)
45 hours per week (8:00am-6:00pm across 5 days)Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference in Early Years Education

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Early Years Room Manager to join a thriving and ambitious nursery setting in Woodford Green.

The Role

As the Early Years Room Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of your designated room, ensuring children receive outstanding care, welfare and educational experiences.

You will lead and motivate a team of practitioners, oversee planning and assessment processes, monitor children's progress, and maintain exceptional standards in line with the EYFS Framework, Ofsted requirements and nursery policies.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager and wider leadership team, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, support colleagues' development and help drive excellence across the setting.

Key Responsibilities

Room Leadership & Management

Lead the daily running of your designated room
Create a stimulating, engaging and inclusive learning environment
Ensure consistently high standards of childcare, education and welfare
Supervise, support and motivate practitioners within the room
Work closely with senior leaders to achieve nursery objectives
Support the implementation of new initiatives, procedures and quality improvementsTeaching, Learning & Child Development

Deliver high-quality learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Support planning that reflects children's interests, abilities and developmental needs
Support school readiness and children's social, emotional and cognitive development
Ensure every child receives engaging and challenging learning opportunities
Promote inclusion and equal opportunities for all childrenKey Person Responsibilities

Act as an interim Key Person where required
Develop strong and trusting relationships with children and families
Monitor and support the progress and wellbeing of key children
Complete observations, assessments and development records accurately
Ensure parental observations are recorded and utilised effectively
Contribute to children's learning journeys and developmental planningParent Partnerships

Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
Encourage parent engagement and participation in nursery life
Maintain regular communication regarding children's progress and wellbeing
Use the Famly App effectively to maintain ongoing updates and communication
Address parental queries professionally and promptly
Establish trusting partnerships that support children's development both at nursery and at homeDocumentation & Assessment

Ensure daily diaries are completed accurately and published in a timely manner
Oversee and support the completion of high-quality observations
Encourage team members to contribute regularly to children's learning records
Monitor the quality and consistency of documentation across the room
Maintain accurate records in line with nursery policies and regulatory requirementsSafeguarding, Health & Safety

Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children
Maintain excellent knowledge of safeguarding procedures and responsibilities
Follow all local safeguarding and child protection guidelines
Support compliance with Ofsted, EYFS and nursery standardsPerson Specification

Essential

Previous experience working within an Early Years setting
Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Experience leading or supervising staff within a nursery environment
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years Education or equivalent
Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or Room Manager
Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and inspection frameworksBenefits

Salary & Rewards

Salary up to £36,527.40 per annum
Performance-related bonus of up to £2,000 per year
Recognition and reward programmesHoliday Entitlement

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Additional 3 days leave for Christmas closure
Birthday leave upon successful completion of probation
Up to 32 days annual leave entitlement overallWellbeing & Support

Daily wellbeing breaks
Up to 10 days full sick pay annually
Regular staff celebrations, team events and recognition initiativesCareer Development

Clear career progression opportunities
Strong culture of internal promotion
Ongoing professional development and trainingAdditional Benefits

Full uniform provided
Free local street parking available nearbyWhy Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking nursery that genuinely values it's people and invests heavily in employee wellbeing, development and progression.

You'll have the chance to shape young lives, lead a dedicated team and build a rewarding long-term career within a growing early years organisation.

Apply today or contact Aamir Malik to discuss further:
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