Little Stars Nursery

Room Leader Location: Alloa Salary: Negotiable Job Purpose The Room Leader is responsible for the day-to-day management of a designated room within the nursery. This includes leading a small team, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, and supporting children s learning, development, safety, and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Lead, support, and motivate staff within the room to deliver high-quality practice Always act as a role model for best practice Support staff with planning, observations, and assessments Mentor new or less experienced staff and students Communicate effectively with the management team regarding room performance, staffing, and children s needs Childcare & Education Ensure the EYFS framework is implemented effectively within the room Plan, deliver, and evaluate age-appropriate activities based on children s interests and developmental needs Monitor children s progress and support individual learning plans Provide additional support for children with SEND or EAL, working alongside parents and professionals where required Support children s emotional wellbeing and promote positive behaviour Safeguarding & Welfare Maintain a safe, secure, and stimulating environment at all times Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies and procedures Act as a safeguarding lead for the room and report concerns appropriately Ensure ratios are maintained and daily checks are completed Parent & Carer Partnership Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers Act as a key person for a group of children Share information about children s development, routines, and progress Support families through transitions, including settling in and moving on to school Administration & Organisation Ensure accurate records are maintained (observations, assessments, registers, accident forms, etc.) Support room organisation, resources, and displays Attend and contribute to staff meetings, supervisions, and training Person Specification Essential Criteria Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years / Childcare Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework Experience working within a nursery or early years setting Previous experience leading a room or team (or strong deputy experience) Strong communication and organisational skills Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection Ability to work effectively as part of a team Desirable Criteria Level 4 or above qualification in Early Years Experience working with SEND and/or EAL children Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to complete) Experience with Ofsted inspections Leadership or management training Personal Qualities Caring, enthusiastic, and professional Confident and approachable leader Flexible and reliable Committed to continuous professional development Passionate about providing high-quality early years education To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Little Stars Nursery, please do not hesitate to apply.