Vacancies

At WAKOOS Centre4Children, we're passionate about giving every child the very best start in life – and we know that starts with having an exceptional team.

As a committee-run charity, we've been supporting families across West Sussex for over 35 years. We operate two welcoming settings in Billingshurst and Petworth, providing high-quality early years education and childcare in caring, inclusive environments where children and staff can thrive.

We're proud to have been rated Good by Ofsted and are committed to continually developing our settings, investing in our team and creating inspiring environments for children to learn and grow.

Why Join WAKOOS?

We believe that when our team feels supported, valued and inspired, children benefit too. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Extensive training and professional development, with access to an online learning platform offering more than 70 courses.
• Fully funded Paediatric First Aid training.
• Free uniform.
• Opportunities to gain Level 2 and Level 3 Early Years qualifications while you work.
• Support towards higher-level qualifications, including degree-level study such as a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies.
• 29 days' annual leave, plus additional loyalty days for long service.
• Generous childcare discounts for employees.
• Attendance rewards.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Team-building and wellbeing activities.
• A friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements (where possible).
• Easy access to our Billingshurst setting via the local train station.

Who We're Looking For

We're always keen to hear from enthusiastic people who are:

• Passionate about giving children the best possible start in life.
• Caring, positive and enthusiastic.
• Excellent communicators who enjoy working as part of a team.
• Motivated, reliable and eager to learn.
• Ready to create fun, engaging experiences that help children flourish.

Whether you're just starting your career in childcare or you're an experienced early years professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

If you'd like an informal chat about working at WAKOOS or our current vacancies, please call us on 01403 563813 or email office@wakoos.co.uk.

We look forward to welcoming new people who share our passion for providing outstanding childcare and making a positive difference to local families.