Senior Early Years Supervisor: Lead, Develop & Thrive

Happy Days Nurseries Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Fully funded Blue Light Card

Life assurance

Up to 4 extra days off at Christmas

Health and wellbeing support (SPARKapp

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries is seeking an Early Years Senior Supervisor at Boorley Green Nursery to lead a room team, deliver high-quality care and EYFS-aligned learning, and support children's development and wellbeing. The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families, and ongoing leadership development within a supportive, growth-focused setting.

The successful candidate will have Level 3 EY qualification, supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to mentoring colleagues, audits,

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
• 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.
• Proactive, team-focused approach with a passion for developing children and colleagues.
• Confidence in audits, room improvements, and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent

Job description

Happy Days Nurseries is seeking an Early Years Senior Supervisor at Boorley Green Nursery to lead a room team, deliver high-quality care and EYFS-aligned learning, and support children's development and wellbeing. The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families, and ongoing leadership development within a supportive, growth-focused setting.

The successful candidate will have Level 3 EY qualification, supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to mentoring colleagues, audits,