Room Leader - Kids Planet

We are currently looking for a Room Leader at Kids Planet Horsham, previously known as Perfect Start.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

While all our settings are different, they share the same values and ethos: working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get involved. From a princess one day to an astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

• The nursery has its own dedicated car park.
• Located on Pondtail Road in Horsham, just a short distance from the town centre.
• Features include beautiful nursery environments and two spacious garden areas.
• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.
• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

• Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
• Accredited training with the KP Academy.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave.
• Regular staff rewards.
• Long service awards.
• Dedicated wellbeing package.
• Highly discounted childcare.
• A day off for your birthday.

• Pension plan.
• Annual leave including bank holidays.
• Monday to Friday schedule.

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK-recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Like the sound of joining our family? Apply today to be a Room Leader with Kids Planet Horsham!

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish!

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. All staff and volunteers must uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is mandatory. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is required for all positions, with enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment for 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 or civil partnerships.