About the Role
Join Rainbow Day Nurseries as our Early Years Deputy Manager & Baby Room Lead at our Langdon Road branch. You’ll play a key role in shaping a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for children aged 0-5 years, leading a dedicated team in our 9-place baby room. If you’re passionate about early years education, thrive in a collaborative setting, and want to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the daily operations of the baby room, ensuring a high standard of care and education for children aged 4 months to 5 years
- Support the Nursery Manager and senior team in delivering an inclusive, stimulating, and safe environment
- Plan and implement creative, purposeful learning opportunities that foster curiosity and development
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers, sharing updates on children’s progress and encouraging their involvement
- Promote staff wellbeing, teamwork, and a culture of respect and tolerance
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and all nursery policies
- Mentor and motivate team members, sharing knowledge and best practices
- Participate in ongoing training, meetings, and professional development
- Take responsibility for delegated tasks and support the smooth running of the nursery
Requirements
- Level 3 (or above) full and relevant qualification in Early Years Childcare
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development
- Experience working with children aged 0-5 years, ideally in a leadership role
- Confident in safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to inspire, lead, and motivate a team
- Positive, proactive, and enthusiastic approach
- Commitment to working in partnership with parents and carers
- Willingness to undertake first aid training if not already qualified
- Able to comply with all Rainbow Day Nurseries’ policies and procedures
- Appointment subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary
- Private health insurance with Benenden
- Excellent access to public transport
- 28 days holiday per year (including Christmas closure and Bank Holidays)
- Holiday scheme that increases with service
- Workplace pension with up to 4% employer contribution
- Outstanding professional development and training opportunities
- Dedicated staff training days with site closure
- Supportive, experienced team and a welcoming, inclusive culture
- Access to online learning journals and resources
At Rainbow Day Nurseries, we’ve been raising the standard in Early Years for over 20 years. We’re committed to safeguarding every child and supporting every team member to reach their full potential. If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career, apply today.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Private medical insurance
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London BR2 9JS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 in Childcare and Education Certificate (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- London BR2 9JS (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/08/2025
Reference ID: Baby Room Leader Level 3 Qualified
Expected start date: 01/09/202
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