Nursery Nurse/Room Leader

Nursery Nurse / Room Leader

Watford - WD17 4LA

£1,000 new starter bonus!*

Candidates who apply by 11:59pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026, and are successful in their interview with Toad Hall Nursery Group will receive £1,000. This applies to the Level 3 Nursery Nurse positions (Level 3 or above, full time).

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Nursery Nurse

Every day is an adventure in this exciting and rewarding role! As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll be part of a caring team that supports children from 3 months to pre-school age. You’ll bring energy, creativity, and warmth to every day - helping little ones thrive in a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment.

Salary for Nursery Nurse is up to £29,640 per annum

We offer a variety of opportunities, including:

• Full time, 40 hours a week

• Job shares, varying from 2-3 days a week

• Part time, 20 hours a week

• Supply roles enabling you to achieve the work/life balance you are looking for

Room Leader (Salary up to £31,262 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 Watford Nursery

Conveniently situated on Hempstead Road, just minutes from the town centre, Watford Junction and with easy access to the M25 and M1, our spacious nursery offers a warm and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our large, well-equipped garden features designated play areas for each age group, creating the ideal setting for sensory and exploratory play while fostering curiosity and creativity.

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.

Job requirements

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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