Nursery Practitioner (Qualified)

We are looking for a Nursery Practitioner (level 2 or Level 3) to join our friendly team at Merlin House, Haywards Heath, working full-time 40 hours per week.

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.

At Kiddie Capers we truly believe in living our values every day, our values are,

• Celebrating Diversity


• Respect & Empathy for the Individual
  
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• Childcare


• Company events


• Company pension


• Employee discount


• Free parking


• Health & wellbeing programme


• On-site parking, Kiddie Capers, Merlin House Nursery 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.


At Kiddie Capers, 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.

At Kiddie Capers, we understand the importance of active play, which is why we have a dedicated soft play room. This space offers a safe and fun environment for children to engage in physical activity, fostering their motor skills, coordination, and imagination. Our nursery boasts a large garden where children can explore, discover nature, and enjoy outdoor play. The expansive outdoor space provides ample room for physical activities, gardening projects, and nature-based learning experiences.

Key benefits:

• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)


• Increased holiday allowance after 12 months service


• Discounted childcare across all of our sites and clubs of 50%


• Attendance bonus paid monthly


• Paid Birthday day off after 1 years service


• Free on-site parking


• Sick Pay


• Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme that offers phone, online and face to face support