Kiddie Capers Childcare Cuckfield is a 32-place setting that provides stimulating and enabling environments for children aged 0-5 years old. Our Nursery is based in the centre of a Sports Pavilion surrounded by lots of fields and greenery and we even have an area where we hold our Forest School Sessions.. We have two dedicated area's for the children; one being an area for the children under 2 and pre school area for the 2-5 year olds. By being all in once space this really helps in building and developing the relationship between staff and children but also benefits the children in our care greatly who enjoy spending time with the younger children.
We are looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team and lead this new setting. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring our team to provide exceptional care and Early Years education for young children. You will oversee the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports each child's development. Your leadership will help shape the Nursery's ethos, maintain high standards, and foster strong relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community.
If you're excited to be part of a dynamic, child-centred setting that values outdoor learning and creative exploration, we'd love to hear from you
Main Duties:
* Ensure a high standard of care, education, and EYFS delivery within the setting
* Manage and support nursery staff, promoting a nurturing environment while ensuring compliance with childcare regulations and quality standards
* Responsible for safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the setting and working with outside agencies when required
* Maintain high 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
Requirements:
* Experience in being a Nursery Manager in a nursery setting
* A minimum of level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
* Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
* A passion for Early Years Education
Hours & Salary
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
£37,000 per annum
Key benefits and perks:
* Private Healthcare
* 33 days holiday, including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of service
* Your Birthday off after 1 years' service
* Bonus scheme
* 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
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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Do you live within 10 miles of the nursery?
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person