Kiddie Capers Childcare

Senior Nursery Practitioner (Room Leader) - Cuckfield

Kiddie Capers Childcare  •  £33k/yr  •  Onsite  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Where little moments make big futures. 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.

We are looking for a Senior Nursery Practitioner (Room Leader) to join our team and our Kiddie Capers Childcare Cuckfield setting. In this role, 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.

Salary & Hours:

£33,280.00 per annum

40 hours Monday-Friday

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

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • 30 days holiday, including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of service
  • A dedicated "Me Day" after probation
  • 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
Kiddie Capers Childcare

About Kiddie Capers Childcare

Kiddie Capers Childcare are a growing, Mid-Sussex group, with multiple Nurseries & Preschools. We are owned and operated by two local families. At Kiddie Capers we give our children a safe, happy, and creative environment where they are inspired and encouraged to develop new ideas and interests. We value their uniqueness and recognise their individual learning needs, so that they can grow in confidence and independence in preparation not only for school, but for life. Our stimulating learning conditions and challenging curriculum ensures each child achieves their full potential. We create a caring ethos, where we encourage respect for each other and for the environment, whilst adding to the life and well-being of our local community. Our strong partnerships with families and the wider local community, creates an open and welcoming surrounding that promotes equality and values diversity.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Haywards Heath, GB
Year Founded
2018
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