Deputy Room Leader - Toddlers

Nexter Ltd; Gweek, Horsforth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly nursery is seeking a Deputy Room Leader to cover maternity leave in their toddler room. You will help lead a team, support daily routines, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 1–3 years. This fixed-term position offers a better work-life balance by working 40 hours over just 4 days. Candidates need a Level 3 or Level 2 childcare qualification and experience with toddlers. Good communication and organisational skills are crucial.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 or Level 2 childcare qualification.
• Experience working with toddlers is required.
• Enhanced DBS check is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team and support daily routines.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing atmosphere for children.
• Assist in learning activities for toddlers.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Level 2 childcare qualification

Job description

A friendly nursery in Horsforth is seeking a Deputy Room Leader for their toddler room to cover maternity leave. You’ll help lead a small team, support daily routines and learning activities, and ensure a safe, nurturing atmosphere for children aged 1–3 years. This is a fixed-term position for maternity cover, working 40 hours per week over just 4 days—giving you a better work-life balance.

Requirements

• Level 3 or Level 2 childcare qualification
• Experience working with toddlers and supporting room leadership
• Ability to lead and motivate team members
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS check (on the update service or willing to obtain)

Benefits

• Level 3 or Level 2 childcare qualification
• Experience working with toddlers and supporting room leadership
• Ability to lead and motivate team members
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS check (on the update service or willing to obtain)