Toddler Room Lead: Nurturing Early Years Leader

Westmorland & Furness Council; England; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Croftlands Infant and Nursery School in Ulverston is seeking a Toddler Room Lead to manage the day-to-day running of the nursery's toddler room. The role requires initiative, care, flexibility and a commitment to high-quality care and learning experiences for our children.

You will work full-time, term-time, 39.5 hours per week, with a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2027. Start date is 2 November 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and EYFS framework.
• Paediatric First Aid certificate is essential.
• Committed, reliable team member with experience with under-2 to 3-year-olds.
• Strong commitment to high standards of care, learning and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the Toddler Room with your team.
• Support planning, care, and learning experiences for children aged under 2 to 3.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Collaborate with Nursery Manager and wider team to maintain high-quality provision.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Child development understanding

Flexible teamwork

Communication with families

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Job description

Croftlands Infant and Nursery School in Ulverston is seeking a Toddler Room Lead to manage the day-to-day running of the nursery's toddler room. The role requires initiative, care, flexibility and a commitment to high-quality care and learning experiences for our children.

You will work full-time, term-time, 39.5 hours per week, with a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2027. Start date is 2 November 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter).