Baby Room Leader

Part of the Tormead family, Rydes Hill Pre‑Prep and Nursery is a nurturing, home-from-home school where children are carefully guided through each stage of their early development, supported to flourish both academically and personally. At the heart of learning at Rydes Hill are the Five Cs:
Courage, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and Curiosity. These values are embedded in every lesson, equipping children with essential life skills that extend far beyond the classroom and into adulthood. Teachers carefully capture children’s interests and imagination, fostering confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

From September 2026, we are excited to be building upon the success of our current nursery classes by extending our provision to welcome babies from 6 months. We inspire imaginations, creating and nurturing capable, curious learners, preparing each child for a positive and happy transition to the next stage of their school journey. The Nursery operates for 48 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6.00pm, in a bright, spacious, and inspirational learning environment with dedicated outside areas.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and highly motivated baby Room Leader to join our friendly team and lead the delivery of exceptional care, learning and development opportunities for our youngest children. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a vibrant and caring independent school community that values every child’s unique potential.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the baby room, ensuring a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where babies can thrive. Working closely with colleagues, parents and carers, you will support each child’s individual needs, promote their well-being and development, and foster secure, positive relationships that create a warm and welcoming home-from-home environment. Key responsibilities include planning and implementing high-quality learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), maintaining excellent standards of care and safeguarding, and building strong partnerships with families and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child.

Candidates will have a genuine love and passion for Early Years education particularly supporting babies during their earliest stages of growth and development. They will be committed to creating a caring and engaging environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to explore.

Applicants should hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare and have previous experience working with babies in an Early Years setting. Leadership experience would be advantageous, alongside excellent communication skills, a warm and caring approach and a genuine desire to make a positive difference to children's lives.

This is in all-year round and full-time position. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment, and our benefits package includes a competitive salary of £32,240 per annum, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and free lunch when Nursery is in session.