Stepping Stones of Sopley

Baby Room Supervisor (9–18 months) We will consider Part Time or Full Time for the right Candidate Salary £13.77 - £14.32ph DOE Stepping Stones of Sopley are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Baby Room Supervisor to lead our dedicated team caring for children aged 9 to 18 months. You’ll create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest children can develop and thrive. As Baby Room Supervisor, you’ll plan engaging, age-appropriate activities, support your team’s practice, and build strong relationships with families to ensure every child feels safe, secure, and valued. We’re looking for someone with a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare and at least two years’ experience working with babies or young toddlers. If you’re a positive, professional leader with a genuine love for babies and early learning, we’d love to hear from you! Job Description To lead and manage the baby room (for children aged approximately 9 months to 18 months), ensuring the highest quality of care, learning, and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Main Duties and Responsibilities • Supervise and support the baby room team, ensuring effective communication and teamwork., • Lead planning, observation, and assessment in accordance with EYFS requirements., • Maintain high standards of care, learning, and hygiene within the baby room., • Support staff development and ensure staff ratios meet statutory requirements., • Plan and deliver age-appropriate, sensory-rich activities for 9–18-month-olds., • Build positive partnerships with parents and carers., • Ensure the room and equipment are safe, clean, and well-maintained., • Follow safeguarding and health and safety policies., • Maintain accurate daily records and contribute to continuous improvement planning. Person Specification Essential: • Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education/Childcare (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent), • Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children aged 9–18 months, • Strong understanding of the EYFS and early child development, • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Enhanced DBS and suitable references Desirable: • Level 4/5 or Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies, • Previous supervisory experience, • Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding Level 3 certification Stepping Stones of Sopley is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.