Published on
Jan 9, 2026
Macaws Deputy Room Leader
Full Time
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On-Site
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Competitive Rates
Purpose of the job:
Provide safe, High Quality Care and Education for the children aged between 3 - 5 years on a daily basis.
To fulfil legal and statutory requirements as stated by the governing body OFSTED, EYFS, Safeguarding, Fire Safety Regulations, Health and Safety Regulations, Local Authority Regulations, Food Safety.
To be responsible for the care, welfare, health, safety and security of all children and staff within Macaws room.
To supervise and assist all members of staff on a day to day basis.
To contribute to and implement the Nursery’s policies and procedures.
To liaise with Professional Bodies associated with The Rocking Horse Nursery.
To be committed to continuous professional development and promote this within the Nursery.
To be a positive role model for staff, parents, and children at all times.
Main Duties:
To ensure the smooth running of the Macaws room.
To continuously monitor and recommend improvements for quality in all working areas to the Management.
To work with the Management and staff on the implementation of policies and procedures.
To plan appropriate activities, work and programmes for Macaws children in partnership with the Management.
To be responsible for the planning and documentation of the Early Years Foundation Stage ensuring that learning outcomes are being attained for the children.
To supervise the Curriculum Planning & Learning Journeys in accordance with the EYFS. To ensure that all documentation is accurately completed and up to date.
To complete assessments / reports on children’s work and development.
To involve children, parents and carers in the curriculum and ensure effective communication at all times.
To assist and direct staff with preparation of resources/ materials for planned activities and displays.
To ensure that personal, physical, social, spiritual, emotional, cultural and moral needs are adequately addressed and to be actively involved in supporting children in their achievements of planned objectives and goals.
Liaise closely with parents and carers ensuring that the children’s needs are recognised and met.
Supervise and advise Nursery Nurses, Nursery Assistants and students as directed by Management.
Advise the Management of any concerns e.g. over children, parents, staff or health and safety issues, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
To keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job.
To liaise closely with other Room Leaders to manage the transition of each child.
To liaise closely with other Room Leaders to manage the sharing of the changing / toilet facilities.
To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required and cascade information to staff.
To attend staff meetings, co-chair room meetings, take minutes and present to Nursery Manager.
To monitor stock levels of consumables in Macaws and to order items as they may be required.
To manage the cleaning and hygiene within Macaws and the nursery as a whole as part of the management team.
To undertake the administration of First Aid as required.
Conduct daily / weekly and full monthly room / garden / nursery inspections and risk assessments.
To take responsibility for opening and closing procedures of the Macaws room & garden.
To ensure correct use of equipment in the Nursery and encourage staff, parents and children to care for Nursery facilities and resources.
To contribute to the social and extra-curricular activities of the Nursery and assist with their organisation as required.
To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the manager, in accordance with the nursery’s objectives.
