At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create a nurturing environment for children.
- Company: Join the award-winning RAFAKidz family at RAF Honington.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and generous childcare discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for promotion and professional development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experienced Nursery Manager with a passion for childcare and leadership.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
RAFAKidz at RAF Honington, Bury St Edmunds IP31 1LJ
£42,000 plus £5,000 sign-on bonus plus 10% annual performance bonus
40 hours per week
- 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 reassigned)
- Preparing for promotion? We pay travel and overnight expenses to allow you to experience another of our fabulous settings
- First Stage Informal Telephone Interviews lets get to know each other before arranging a visit
- 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
If you're a talented, passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking for your next step, our welcoming and warm nursery at RAFAKidz Honington is the place for you! With our friendly team and small room sizes we can offer exciting experiences every day. Located in a beautiful setting close to Bury St Edmunds and Thetford, our little RAFAKidz family are always busy with trips out, picnics, parties and outdoor learning.
For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, we provide experiences that will help them be confident and reach their full potential. 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 24 employees and with places for 69 children, you will be fully supported by our wider management team including an Operations Manager, Operations Director and our amazing HR team.
About you
As an experienced Nursery Manager, you'll have a great understanding of putting children at the heart of everything you do. Equally important, we are looking for someone to harness the passion and commitment of our colleagues to nurture and develop them into the very best educators and support them on their career pathways. As you would expect, you will need to have an in-depth knowledge of all regulatory requirements and come with the relevant qualifications to hold this post.
A full role profile is available to view on our website however core objectives for a RAFAKidz Nursery Manager include:
- To provide professional leadership and day-to-day management of nurseries.
- To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of care and education.
- To ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- To ensure the financial sustainability of the nursery.
- To be the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Mentor and develop staff skills and knowledge.
This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure.
Nursery Manager in Suffolk employer: THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION
RAFAKidz Nursery is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a supportive work culture, generous benefits including enhanced childcare discounts and healthcare cashback, and opportunities for career advancement, employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles. Located at RAF Odiham, the nursery offers a unique environment where team members can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a positive impact on children's lives.
Contact Details:
THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION Recruitment Team
