Nursery Room Leader

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery group in Walton-on-Thames is looking for a Room Leader to ensure high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS. This role involves managing a room, supporting the team, and building relationships with children and families. The ideal candidate will be Level 3 qualified in early years, have an understanding of EYFS, and knowledge of safeguarding. The nursery offers a competitive salary and additional perks like enhanced leave and wellbeing goodies.

Benefits

Free meals during work hours

Enhanced leave benefits

Childcare discounts

Wellbeing goodies and fun events

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• At least Level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a room within the nursery.
• Support and guide the team fostering a positive environment.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.

Skills

Leadership experience

Understanding of EYFS

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualified in UK early years qualification

Job description

Room Leader – Kids Planet Walton on Thames

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family‑run business that does things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Why Kids Planet Walton on Thames?

• Beautiful outdoor play areas
• Private car park
• 10‑minute walk to Walton on Thames town
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

What we offer our Room Leaders

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day
• Accredited training through our KP Academy and bespoke training platform
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment
• Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help

How you’ll make a difference as a Room Leader

• Lead and manage a room within the nursery, ensuring high‑quality care and education in line with the EYFS
• Support and guide the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development
• Build strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported

What a Room Leader needs

• At least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification
• Excellent understanding of EYFS
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children
• Leadership experience desirable

Apply today to join Kids Planet Walton on Thames.

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish.

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. All staff and volunteers are required to complete regular safeguarding training and must hold a Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities.