Nursery Leader

Unity Schools Partnership; Norwich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Norwich seeks a dynamic Nursery Leader for Heartsease Primary Academy. This part-time role involves leading the nursery and enhancing early years education while ensuring safeguarding practices. You will collaborate with families and the local community to support children’s development. The ideal candidate is passionate about early education and committed to continuous improvement. Applications are invited with a closing date of September 26, 2025.

Qualifications

• Dynamic leadership skills essential for leading the nursery.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursery and improve early years provision.
• Engage with families to support children's development.
• Maintain safeguarding practices according to school policies.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Commitment to safeguarding

Collaboration with staff and families

Job description

Overview

Nursery Leader – Heartsease Primary Academy

Contract: Part-time, Permanent – 42 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Salary: NJC Scale SO1, point 23-25 (FTE: £34,435 - £36,362 / Actual: £32,684 - £34,513 per annum)

Start date: ASAP

About the school

Heartsease Primary Academy is part of the Unity Schools Partnership, which provides opportunities to work with colleagues from across the wider Trust and CPD opportunities. The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS and all other relevant checks will be required for this post.

Role purpose

Heartsease Primary Academy are looking for a dynamic and passionate individual to lead our nursery. The school is on a rapid improvement journey, and this is an exciting time to join the team. The role focuses on developing children’s academic and social skills within a warm and welcoming environment and a dedicated staff team that supports one another. There is a clear vision for school development to improve outcomes for all pupils.

Responsibilities

Lead the nursery and contribute to the ongoing improvement of early years provision. Work with families and the local community to support children’s development and achievement. Maintain safeguarding and welfare practices in line with Unity Schools Partnership policies. Engage in whole-school and trust-wide CPD opportunities to continually develop practice.

Qualifications and requirements

Qualities include dynamic leadership, commitment to safeguarding, and ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and external partners. DBS and all other relevant checks will be required.

How to apply and key dates

For an informal discussion about the role please contact the headteacher, Georgia Guy. This can be done through the school office by email or by calling 01603 307820.

Closing date: 26 September 2025, 09:00am.

Interviews: To be confirmed.

Note: We may hold interviews as applications are received and reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date. Applications should be submitted online via our careers website; we do not accept CVs. For internal applicants, please note that the vacancy may close earlier for internal candidates (closing: 03 October 2025 at 09:00am).

Equality and safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We encourage applications from different under-represented groups and strive for a workforce representative of society, where everyone feels respected and able to give their best.