Careers
We are currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to join our team. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive difference, we would love to hear from you. Explore our current vacancies below and apply to become part of our supportive and welcoming environment.
Job Title: Room Leader
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30am-6:30pm, 40 hours per week
Pay: £29,120 per annum
Ideal Candidate:
• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• At least 1 years’ experience leading a room or team in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to use initiative
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and experience in planning and monitoring children’s learning and development
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a genuine love for working with children
Responsibilities:
• Leading and supporting the team to provide high-quality care and education
• Overseeing the planning and delivery of daily activities in line with the nursery’s curriculum and the EYFS framework
• Acting as Key Person, maintaining accurate learning and development records
• Ensuring the environment is safe, welcoming, and meets all health and safety requirements
Job Title: Senior Nursery Practitioner
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7.45am-3:00pm, Friday :7:45am-3.00pm, 34 hours per week
Pay: £24,570
Ideal Candidate:
• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• At least 2 years’ experience working with children aged 2–5 in a nursery setting
• Ability to lead by example and model best practice
• Confidence in supporting and mentoring junior staff
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to use initiative
• Excellent understanding of the EYFS and experience in planning and monitoring children’s learning and development
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a genuine love for working with children
Responsibilities:
• Supporting the Room Leader in leading the nursery team to provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
• Planning and delivering activities that support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS
• Leading by example and modelling outstanding practice in learning, behaviour management and care
• Acting as Key Person, maintaining accurate learning and development records
• Ensuring the environment is safe, welcoming, and meets all health and safety requirements
Job Title: Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover)
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 20 hours per week
Pay: £12.71p/h
Ideal Candidate:
• A minimum Level 3 childcare qualification
• At least 1 years’ experience working with children aged 2–5 in a nursery setting
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a genuine love for working with children
Responsibilities:
• Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS
• Keeping development records up to date
• Ensuring the environment is safe, welcoming, and meets all health and safety requirements
• Working closely with your team to follow nursery policies and Ofsted requirements
Our Commitment to Safeguarding:
At Joyful Star Nursery, safeguarding is central to our practice. We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of all children and expect every member of staff to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an enhanced DBS check, including the children’s barred list. Successful candidates are also required to complete safeguarding training as part of their induction. In line with our safer recruitment procedures, references will be obtained and applicants must complete a self-disclosure form.