Kiddie Capers Childcare
Senior Nursery Practitioner (Room Leader)
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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.
About Merlin House
Merlin House provides stimulating and enabling environments for children aged 0-5 years old. Conveniently located near Haywards Heath train station, Kiddie Capers offers ease of access for commuting parents. With opening hours from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm, we provide flexibility to accommodate the needs of busy families. We pride ourselves on our engaging and educational outings. We believe that hands-on experiences outside the nursery walls enhance children's learning and development. Through regular outings to local parks, libraries, and other educational venues, we expose children to new environments, fostering their curiosity and broadening their knowledge.
Role Overview
As a Senior Room Leader, you will play a key role in leading a room within our nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. You will support the team in delivering high-quality care and Early Years education in line with the EYFS. Your leadership will help maintain a positive and organised setting where each child’s development is supported and celebrated. You will also work closely with the management team, taking on additional responsibilities to support the wider nursery when needed.
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Hours & Pay
- 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, fully flexible
- £33,280 per annum
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
Qualifications & Experience
- A minimum of level 3 qualification (or working towards Level 3) in Early Years Education or equivalent
- Experience of working in a childcare setting
- Experience in being a Room Leader in a nursery setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
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Responsibilities
- Lead the designated room ensuring high quality care for every child
- Deliver and support high-quality EYFS-based learning tailored to individual needs
- Assist with personal care, meal preparation, and general cleanliness
- Maintain accurate records for safeguarding, health & safety, and attendance
- Ensure safety, security, and cleanliness across the nursery, including fire and hygiene checks
- Mentor staff, model best practices, and uphold nursery policies and values
- Build strong partnerships with parents/carers, and external professionals
- Organise engaging indoor/outdoor activities that promote learning through play
- Plan and manage safe and well-documented nursery outings
Benefits
- 28 days holiday, including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of service
- Your Birthday off after 1 years’ service
- Attendance bonus paid monthly
- 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
- Free parking on site
- Development opportunities in a rapidly growing company
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