Toddler Room Leader

Toddler Room Leader (Level 3 or Level 5) | Bristol Location: Bristol Position: Full-Time (35-40 Hours Per Week) Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience and payroll option) Payroll Options: PAYE or…

Pay rate £15 – £18/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 September 2026

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Toddler Room Leader (Level 3 or Level 5) | Bristol

Location: Bristol
Position: Full-Time (35-40 Hours Per Week)
Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience and payroll option)
Payroll Options: PAYE or Umbrella
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Are you an experienced and qualified Early Years Educator looking to take the next step in your childcare career?

We are seeking a dedicated Toddler Room Leader to join a welcoming nursery in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate practitioner with strong leadership skills and substantial nursery experience to play a key role in delivering outstanding early years education and care.

What We Offer

Full-time position with 35-40 hours per week
Competitive hourly rate of £15.00 - £18.00 per hour
Weekly pay via PAYE or Umbrella
Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
Opportunity to lead and develop a thriving toddler room
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the toddler room, ensuring high standards of care and education
Deliver engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework
Support children's emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development
Mentor and support room staff to maintain best practice
Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies
Maintain accurate observations, assessments, and children's records

Essential Requirements

Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, Diploma, or equivalent) - Mandatory
Minimum of 5 years' experience working within a nursery setting - Mandatory
Experience leading a room or supervising staff is highly desirable
Level 5 qualification in Early Years or Leadership - Preferred
Previous professional childcare experience - Mandatory
Minimum of 24 months of referenceable employment history - Mandatory
Professional references must be provided from company/professional email addresses only - Mandatory
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Right to work in the UK
Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills

Interested?

Apply today by sending your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to speak with our friendly recruitment team.

If you are an experienced Early Years professional ready to lead a toddler room and make a lasting impact on children's development, we'd love to hear from you

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