Job Description

Nursery Manager

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF High Wycombe HP14 4UE

32208 plus annual performance bonus

We offer

Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff Refer a Friend Bonus Cycle to Work Scheme Onsite Gyms at set locations Eligible for Blue Light Discount Card

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 20 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.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you'll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues! We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to be able to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record your observations and updates. You'll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.

About you

As one of our busiest nurseries, you can expect to be fully 'hands on' to create a stimulating and exciting nursery setting, using many of the tools and resources RAFAKidz have already developed, to strengthen and grow the quality of our care and our team. Managing a team of 18 employees and with places for 48 children, you will be fully supported by our wider management team including an Operations Manager, Operations Director and our amazing HR team.

You will bring with you a strong knowledge of Early Years, together with the appropriate qualifications, along with a nurturing personality and a desire to achieve the very best outcomes for our children.?Previous Nursery Manager experience is essential for this role. ?A full role profile is available to download on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

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 to learn more, please call Katie Parkin on 0800 018 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 Monday 12 May however interviews are ongoing and we may close this advert early so please do not delay in applying as we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,208.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/05/2025