Kiddie Capers Childcare
Deputy Nursery Manager
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Be part of a team that helps children discover the world around them through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. You’ll work in a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your professional development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact.
Kiddie Capers Childcare Hailsham
Kiddie Capers Childcare Hailsham is a brand-new nursery designed to be a bright, welcoming space where children and staff can thrive. With places for up to 80 children aged 0–5 years, the nursery features dedicated age-specific rooms, a cosy sleep room, a sensory room, and secure outdoor spaces, including a baby garden, a forest school area, and an older children’s play area. Every detail is carefully designed to create a nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow with confidence.
We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager
This person will support the Nursery Manager in leading and inspiring our team to provide exceptional care and Early Years education for young children. You will assist in overseeing the daily operations of the nursery, helping to ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes each child’s development.
Your role will involve supporting the nursery’s ethos, maintaining high standards, and fostering positive relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community. You will also take on leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Nursery Manager, helping to drive continuous improvement and staff development.
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Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
More About Us
Kiddie Capers Childcare has 12 settings located across Sussex from Ardingly to the South Coast. Owned and operated by two local families, Kiddie Capers Childcare provide a truly enriching early years education, where every child’s potential is reached, and individuality is celebrated.
At Kiddie Capers we truly believe in living our values every day. Our values are:
- Evolving
- Teamwork
- Positivity
- Individuality
- Lead by example
- Fun
Requirements
- A minimum of level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
- Experience of working in a childcare setting
- Experience in being a Room Leader or Deputy in a nursery setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Responsibilities
- Ensure a high standard of care, education, and EYFS delivery within the setting
- Assist in managing and supporting nursery staff, promoting a nurturing environment while ensuring compliance with childcare regulations and quality standards
- Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene standards, including daily checks and accurate record-keeping
- Liaise professionally with parents/carers, promoting strong partnerships
- Plan and deliver stimulating activities that support children’s development
- Monitor individual child progress and ensure inclusive, tailored planning
- Support children’s welfare, including personal care and nutrition
- Organise safe, well-managed outings and external activities
- Ensure confidentiality and uphold all nursery policies and procedures
- Be a key holder and respond to emergencies as required
- Collaborate with external professionals and participate in ongoing staff training
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Benefits
- 34 days holiday, including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of service
- A dedicated "Me Day"
- Bonus scheme
- Company sick pay
- Discounts across retail, leisure, and utilities
- Termly Employee Appreciation Incentives
- Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted childcare across all our sites
- Development opportunities in a rapidly growing company
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