At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nursery room, ensuring high-quality care and education for children.
- Company: Kids Planet, a family-run nursery group with a focus on quality and inclusivity.
- Benefits: 80% childcare discount, free meals, enhanced leave, and competitive salary.
- Other info: Join a certified Great Place to Work with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in early years and leadership experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29120 £ per year.
Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. Join Kids Planet Haywards Heath as a Room Leader – This is a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.
Work Environment
- Two large outdoor areas with fun activities for the children
- The nursery is in a beautifully converted Barn building, retaining many of the original features
- Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
- Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
- Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
- 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply
Compensation & Benefits
- Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
- Accredited training through our KP Academy and bespoke training platform
- Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters
- Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round
- Long service awards to celebrate your commitment
- Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you!
- Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance
- Friendly central support team always on hand to help
Responsibilities
- Leading and managing a room within the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
- Supporting and guiding the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development
- Building strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported
Qualifications
- Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification
- Excellent understanding of EYFS
- Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children
- Leadership experience desirable
We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties. Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Room Leader – Kids Planet Haywards Heath – Haywards Heath, England employer: Recruit4Mum
Kids Planet Haywards Heath is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive work environment where you can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, competitive benefits including 80% childcare discount, and opportunities for professional growth through accredited training, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration and celebrates diversity. Join us in our beautifully converted barn nursery, where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, making every day fulfilling and enjoyable.
