We’re looking for a Senior Early Years Supervisor to join our growing team at Charlton Heights Nursery in Patchway, North Bristol.
Senior Early Years Supervisor
Up to £30,992 per annum base salary with an onboarding bonus of £1,500 and with value of additional benefits after one years’ service: £5,421
Patchway, North Bristol
Full-time, Part-time & Flexible Working Available
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional to take the next step in their career, leading a room team and helping shape exceptional outcomes for children in a supportive, forward-thinking nursery at a time of continued growth and development.
As a Senior Early Years Supervisor, you’ll lead, motivate, and support your room team to deliver high-quality care and education in a safe, stimulating environment. You’ll build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues while ensuring excellent standards of safeguarding, learning, and wellbeing are consistently maintained.
Why join us?
Our Charlton Heights nursery is entering an exciting new chapter, with growing demand for places, increasing child numbers, and continued investment in both the nursery environment and team culture. As a large, well-established nursery with spacious learning environments, a thriving pre-school room, and a supportive team committed to helping staff succeed, Charlton Heights has strong local community ties and a long-standing reputation making this the perfect time to join us as we move into the next stage of the nursery’s story.
As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a strong, positive team culture where people feel valued, supported, and genuinely excited to come to work.
With Happy Days Nurseries you’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, mentoring from experienced leaders, and clear opportunities to progress your career over time.
We offer full-time, part-time, and flexible working options designed to give you the balance you need; whether you’re developing your career, managing other commitments, or looking for greater flexibility.
What you’ll do:
- Lead and support a room team to deliver outstanding care and education
- Deliver engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS
- Support children’s individual development, wellbeing, and progress
- Build strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies
- Monitor planning, assessments, and room standards to ensure quality outcomes
- Coach, mentor, and develop colleagues through inductions, supervisions, and day-to-day support
- Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance standards are consistently maintained
What we’re looking for:
- Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent
- Previous supervisory experience within an Early Years setting
- Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding, and childcare legislation
- Paediatric First Aid and Level 2 Safeguarding (or willingness to obtain)
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills
- A proactive, team-focused approach with a genuine passion for developing children and colleagues
- Confidence in supporting audits, room improvements, and maintaining high standards
What you’ll get:
- 50% childcare discount
- Fully funded Blue Light Card
- Life assurance
- Up to 4 extra days off at Christmas
- Health and wellbeing support (SPARK app)
- Ongoing training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
- Leadership development and opportunities to step into senior roles
- Join a team where you’re valued, supported, and given the tools to thrive!
Safeguarding Commitment
Happy Days Nurseries is committed to safeguarding children. All roles are subject to appropriate checks.
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