Toddler Room leader


Company:	Alignedge Solutions Limited
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	SE11 5AN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Toddler Room Leader

Location: SE11, London

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Experience Required: Minimum 3–4 years of relevant experience

Salary: Dependent on experience

About the Role

We are recruiting a dedicated and experienced Toddler Room Leader to join a nursery in London. The successful candidate will lead the toddler room, support children's learning and development, and ensure a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

This role is suitable for an experienced early years professional who can lead a room, support staff and provide high-quality care and education for young children.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day running of the toddler room, ensuring children receive high-quality care and education.

Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children's learning and development.

Support children's communication, physical development, social skills and independence.

Ensure children's safety, welfare and well-being at all times.

Follow safeguarding procedures and nursery policies.

Observe children's progress and maintain accurate learning and development records.

Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's progress.

Support, guide and supervise room staff, promoting effective teamwork.

Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised learning environment.

Ensure activities and daily routines meet children's individual needs.

Work in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and relevant requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–4 years of relevant experience in a toddler room or a similar early years leadership position.

A recognised Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years or Childcare.

Previous experience leading a room or supporting the management of a team.

Ability to work full-time in a permanent position.

Must have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

Can start immediately

Essential requirements

Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures. Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills. Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues. A caring, reliable and professional approach.

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