Room Leader

Grandir UK Limited; Esher; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank/h

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Refer-a-friend bonus £500

Sick pay from day 1

Job summary

Pippa’s House Day Nursery in Claygate, part of Grandir UK, is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. You will support and inspire children, promote high EYFS standards and work closely with staff and parents.

We offer strong benefits and flexible working, including 33 days leave, pension, life assurance and a £500 refer-a-friend bonus, with annual pay reviews; DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery room and supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and child development.
• Caring, enthusiastic approach with children.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties.
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure standards are delivered.
• Ensure effective implementation of keycarer procedures and EYFS compliance.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers about their child.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Job description

111a Hare Ln, Claygate, Esher KT10 0QY, UK

Job Description

Posted Thursday 6 August 2026 at 05:00

Room Leader
Pippa's House Day Nursery, Claygate
Part of Grandir UK
Salary up to £30,160 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications, with yearly pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Pippa's House Day Nursery in Claygate is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at Pippa's House

At Pippa's House you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period

Christmas and New Year shutdown

Flexible working options available

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65

Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Pippa’s House in Claygate offers a warm, welcoming environment with a strong team culture and a real focus on staff wellbeing and development. Our nursery benefits from beautiful surroundings and engaging outdoor spaces that support children’s curiosity and learning every day.

We are conveniently located just a short walk from Claygate train station, with direct links into London Waterloo, and easy access from Esher, Surbiton and surrounding areas. There is also nearby parking available, making commuting simple and accessible.

What You Will Be Doing

Promote high standards of quality within the nursery

Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties

Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms

Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately

Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents and carers about their child

Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers

Develop open and positive working relationships with staff

Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks

Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks

Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid

Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid

Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid

Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you

The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S, and major supermarkets

24-hour remote GP appointments

Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies

Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams

Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities

Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

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111a Hare Ln, Claygate, Esher KT10 0QY, UK