Nursery Room Leader – Thames Ditton, Surrey
- Job Reference: 2735636572-2
- Date Posted: 22 April 2026
- Recruiter: Colets Health & Fitness
- Location: Thames Ditton, Surrey
- Salary: On Application
- Sector: Education
Job Description
We are looking for a room leader to join our beautiful Nursery in Thames Ditton, just a 5-minute walk from Thames Ditton Station. We also have free on-site parking!
Our 108-place nursery offers full-time childcare to children aged 3 months to 5 years old. We are open 51 weeks of the year between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm, Monday‑Friday. Children swim, play sports, enjoy music sessions, Soft Play sessions, and have access to a large enclosed garden. The team enjoys free private Gym membership and discounted hair & beauty treatments.
Job Type: Full Time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the nursery team as Room Leader.
- Organise and run the room efficiently, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Nurture parent partnerships and maintain open communication.
- Write and submit regular reports.
- Ensure compliance with the EYFS Statutory Framework, Safeguarding and other early years regulations.
Qualifications
- Minimum Level 3 Childcare/Early Years Qualification.
- Experience as an educator or existing Room Leader preferred.
- Up‑to‑date, exceptional knowledge of EYFS, Safeguarding, and related topics.
Benefits
- 4‑day working week (10 hours per day).
- Paid birthday leave.
- Paid sickness leave (increasing with length of service).
- Paid lunch break included in your shift.
- Ride‑to‑work scheme.
- Up to 50 % off hair & beauty at onsite salons.
- Discounted food & drink from our on‑site restaurant.
- Childcare discount.
- Team appreciation rewards.
- Option to complete fully paid childcare qualifications with us.
- Free membership at award‑winning Colets Health and Fitness Club (worth over £100 per month).
- Free on‑site parking.
This is a full‑time role, 40 hours per week, which could be worked over 4 or 5 days per week. The salary depends on the candidate’s experience and the size/capacity of the room. Please note that the position requires a clear enhanced DBS check and two successful references.
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