At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead nursery activities and support staff in delivering EYFS learning outcomes.
- Company: RAFAKidz Nursery, recognised as Nursery Group of the Year in 2025.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 40% childcare discount, healthcare cashback, and unlimited referral bonuses.
- Other info: Position based at RAF Cranwell, Sleaford, with ongoing interviews.
- Why this job: Join a growing team dedicated to supporting military families with unique childcare needs.
- Qualifications: Must hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and Paediatric First Aid certificate.
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Cranwell, Sleaford NG34 8HB
£30,298 per hour, 39 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday
Benefits:
- Enhanced childcare discount of 40% for permanent employees
- Healthcare cash back for you and your children to cover prescription, dental and optician costs
- Free access to virtual GP Health and Stress Support plus gym discount
- Unlimited Refer a Friend bonus payments
- Generous leave with time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period
- Group Associate Membership – savings and discounts on household bills and more!
- Guaranteed transfer to another nursery (for spouses and families being redeployed)
- Preparing for promotion? We pay travel and overnight expenses to allow you to experience another of our fabulous settings
- Opportunities to attend gala evenings to celebrate our big nominations and wins together!
About us:
2025 was a phenomenal year for RAFAKidz! Our special awards include:
- Nursery Group of the Year
- Nursery World Medium Sized Nursery Group of the Year
- National NMT Nursery Awards Outdoor Learning Environment
- National NMT Nursery Awards
Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 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 you:
As a qualified Early Years Educator, you will hold a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification and a Paediatric First Aid certificate. You can expect to be fully ‘hands on’ to create a stimulating and exciting nursery setting. Ideally, you will be either an experienced Room Leader or a Level 3 Practitioner ready for your next challenge. As well as the usual responsibilities that you would expect of this role, our Room Leaders are part of our management team and role models to other members of staff. You will encourage and motivate your colleagues to continually demonstrate best practices and support them in their learning journey towards their qualifications. You will have a minimum of one year’s experience working at a level 3 position in an early years environment and have a good understanding of the EYFS learning outcomes to plan for children’s learning and development. We pride ourselves on being an organisation that nurtures our nurseries and teams. With a brilliant range of nursery resources, you can be assured we will always provide you with the tools that you need to provide exceptional childcare for the local community.
Interviews are ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you!
(CR) Nursery Room Leader employer: RAF Association
RAFAKidz Nursery offers a supportive environment with generous leave and access to virtual GP services. Located at RAF Cranwell, the nursery focuses on creating unique experiences for children, especially those from military families. The team is celebrated for their caring nature and expertise, ensuring every child reaches their potential.
