Toddler Room Leader - Guiseley

Job Description

A well-established, family-run nursery in Guiseley is seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Room Leader to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis. You’ll lead the younger room (ages 9–24 months), supporting a small team and ensuring a nurturing, play-based environment for children and families.

After a successful 12-week period as a temp (fully vetted and supported by our agency), you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to the nursery’s payroll and become a permanent member of their team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS
  

• Supervise and support a small team of practitioners in the younger room
  

• Build strong relationships with children and families, creating a warm, welcoming environment
  

• Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
  

• Monitor children’s progress, keeping observations and records up to date
  

• Support the Nursery Manager in maintaining high standards of health, safety, and hygiene
  

• Assist with settling-in sessions for new children and support parents
  

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
  

• Previous experience in a nursery setting
  

• Experience with children aged 9–24 months highly desirable
  

• Good knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding procedures
  

• Confident leading a small team and delegating tasks
  

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
  

Benefits

• Free gym membership (including classes)
  

• Free on-site parking
  

• Ongoing professional development and training
  

• Supportive, family-run team environment
  

• Discounted childcare (if applicable)
  

• Regular staff appreciation events
  

Requirements
Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential) At least 2 years’ nursery experience, ideally with toddlers (babies or preschool also considered) Confident communicator who works well within a team and with families Flexible and adaptable with a “can-do” approach Driven, passionate, and committed to a long-term career in childcare Able to provide references and hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS