Company: toadhall-nursery
Location: Chessington
Posted: May 8th, 2026
Room Leader
Chessington
Salary up to £30,659 per annum
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and caring Room Leader! This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and lead a supportive team, and help create a joyful, nurturing environment where every child can shine.
As Room Leader, you’ll take pride in running your room day to day - sparking curiosity, encouraging creativity, and making learning fun. You’ll build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues, and play a big part in shaping the warm, inclusive atmosphere our nurseries are known for.
Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.
We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:
Company Bonus Scheme
Employee of the month scheme
50% staff discount on childcare places
Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
About our Chessington Nursery
Located on Bridge Road, a short walk from Chessington North train station, bus stops, and local amenities, our nursery provides a welcoming, home-from-home environment.
Bright, spacious rooms with free-flow access to our gardens create an engaging space for children to learn and explore.
Who we are
Toad Hall Nursery Group was established in 1993 and since then we have grown to 14 settings, where 440 employees support our 1,100 children a day. As part of our supportive Nursery Group, you’ll join a caring community that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Our nurseries share a warm, inclusive culture where collaboration and kindness come first.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures.
Essential qualifications and experience:
Suitable qualifications: an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent
Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, and the ability to refer to the EYFS Framework when planning activities
To be aware of the role of planning, observation and keeping records when caring for nursery aged children
Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and meeting their needs
A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
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