We’re looking for a Nursery Supervisor to join our Cheswick Happy Days Nursery in Filton, Bristol. 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.
Nursery Supervisor
Up to £ 30,763.20 with an onboarding bonus of £1,500 and the value of additional benefits after one years’ service: £5,421
Filton, Bristol
Full-time, Part-time or Flexible Working can be supported
We offer full-time, part-time, and flexible working options designed to give you the balance you need; whether you're building your career, managing commitments, or simply want more control over your schedule.
As a Nursery 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?
This is a well-established and successful nursery located in a desirable residential development. The nursery benefits from a strong local reputation, close community links, and ongoing positive growth.
The nursery is led by an experienced team who create a supportive, hands-on environment where staff are trusted to deliver their role while having the right support when needed. The setting also has a strong working relationship with the University of the West of England (UWE), regularly engaging with students, supply teams, and attending partnership events.
We invest in you as much as you invest in the children. You’ll benefit from structured training, mentoring from experienced leaders, and clear progression pathways into senior and management roles, helping you grow your career with confidence.
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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