Baby Room Supervisor

Baby Room Supervisor (9–18 months)

Stepping Stones of Sopley – Christchurch, Dorset

30 hours per week Term Time Only (Please note that this will likely increase to 37.5 hours 48 weeks of the year)

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.