Kiddie Capers Childcare Hurstpierpoint is set in a small local village with access to local parks and a recreation ground surrounding it. We provide forest school sessions that allow the children to discover and explore the outdoors, promoting children’s confidence and independence, as well as allowing them to risk take in a safe environment. We have a specific baby area for children between 0–2 years, providing them with enabling resources and sensory materials to learn and flourish. Our preschool area is designed to meet the needs of children aged 2-5 years, providing stimulating and creative environments for them to continue to grow and learn new skills. We also provide resources for them to become ready for their school transition. Our outdoor garden space is enclosed and private with many opportunities for developing understanding of the world and its surroundings including a sand pit, baby garden, kitchen area and we also take trips around the village using local transport and exploring our surrounding areas.
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.

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

MORE ABOUT US:

Kiddie Capers Childcare has 11 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, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Do you live within 10 miles of the nursery?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• 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