Early Years Supervisor

We're looking for an Early Years Supervisor to join our Bradley Stoke Nursery in North Bristol. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives while building a long-term career in a supportive, forward-thinking, and award-winning setting.

Early Years Supervisor
Up to £30,763.20 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 an 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.

This is a high-performing nursery with a strong reputation having recently won top 20 in the Day Nurseries Awards due to their excellent leadership, good retention, and a stable, supportive team. The setting is led by an experienced team who foster an environment where you're trusted to do your role while offering support when needed. 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.