Nursery Manager
Winner – Nursery Group of the Year 2025
RAFAKidz Cranwell NG34 8HB
£38,937 40 hours per week
Plus annual performance bonus
We offer
* Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
* Refer a Friend bonus
* Time off over the Christmas period
* Onsite Gyms at set locations
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Our RAFAKidz Family
Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.
About the role
All children are special but at RAFAKidz we believe our children are extra special. RAFAKidz is one of the chosen providers of nursery services to the RAF (Royal Air Force). The nursery at RAF Cranwell is one of 21 settings in the RAFAKidz family. The nursery has around 200 children on roll, supported by a team of circa 60 employees. Your role will be to manage the day-to-day operations of the site, working closely with your team.
Key objectives include
* To provide professional leadership and management of the nursery.
* To effectively manage the day-to day running of the nursery.
* To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of care and education.
* To ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
* To ensure the financial sustainability of the nursery.
* To be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the nursery.
Please do review the complete job description for the full overview of requirements, but if you’re looking for a real opportunity to be part of our growth journey and help us specifically support our valued RAF community, please do apply. If you would like an informal chat about the role, please call us on 0800 081 2361.
This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.
Apply via our website
www.rafakidz.org.uk
Closing date
8am Wednesday 5 November
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