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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Matford Green
Part of Grandir UK
Salary: £13.30 – £14.50 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications, with regular pay reviews)
Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working, and genuine career progression.
About the Role: Room Leader
Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Exeter is seeking 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 daily.
Why Help Us Rac children? To Love Working at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery
At Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We foster 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 dedicated to the Christmas shutdown period
- Christmas and New Year shutdown
- Flexible working options available
- Childcare discount
- £500 refer-a-friend bonus
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions
- Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
- Life assurance for employees aged 18–65
- Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by colleagues
Enhanced Family & Wellbeing Benefits
- Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks
- Paternity leave paid at 100% 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 for you
- The Grand Event – an additional week of annual leave (after 2 years’ service) for a significant life event
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Even More Benefits
- Employee benefits portal with retail discounts (ASOS, gyms, cinemas, M&S, supermarkets)
- 24-hour remote GP appointments
- Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies
- Year-round recognition, rewards, and team celebrations (with May dedicated to team appreciation)
- Tailored in-house training and genuine career progression opportunities
- Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy-trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation
About Our Nursery
Our Approach
We follow a blended curriculum, inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and Hygge philosophy, encouraging:
- Creativity
- Exploration
- Emotional wellbeing
Our child-led learning nurtures confidence, independence, and a love of discovery.
Our Location
Located at Matford Green Business Park, Exeter, our nursery offers:
- Easy access to the M5 and major routes
- Nearby public transport
- On-site parking for fuss-free drop-offs
Our Team
Our experienced, long-standing team is passionate about early childhood education:
- Strongly qualified staff
- Dedicated SENCo support for inclusive care
- Emphasis on continuity of care
Facilities
- Five age-specific playrooms
- Sensory room for specialised learning
- Cosy library and large outdoor garden including:
- Growing area
- Sandpit
- Natural play spaces
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Activities
Enriching programming for children:
- Boogie Mites
- Sing & Sign
- Yoga
- Specialised sessions like Make & Bake, Sow & Grow, Move & Groove
Community Outings
Regular trips to explore the local area—nature walks and river adventures to build confidence and outdoor connections.
Ofsted Rating
Good – Reflecting our commitment to a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
- Supervise and support playroom staff with day-to-day duties
- Ensure effective EYFS implementation and staff deployment to meet room requirements
- Allocate children to key carers as per nursery procedures
- Provide professional feedback to parents/carers
- Market the nursery to current and potential families
- Develop strong staff and parent relationships
Requirements
- Grandir UK is strictly committed to safeguarding and child welfare. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position.
- We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit alone.
Recruitment Process
To streamline applications, we may use AI-assisted tools for screening and reference checks—though all hiring decisions remain with our team.
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