Daycare Leader
Barnwell Academy, Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4 7RT12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
24 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
23 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, all year round. Monday to Friday.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,537 to £33,699
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Trustees and Headteacher are looking to appoint a creative, energetic and capable person to the Daycare Leader role and to drive forward a highly committed team within our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ day care nursery.Essential Criteria
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Leader and/or Senior Childcare Officer
- Qualified to Level 3/5 in a DfE recognised Childcare qualification
We wish to appoint a member of staff who will motivate and lead a team of Childcare Officers. The post holder will model best practise to ensure successful outcomes for all children. You will help create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that will provide high quality care and learning experiences for children to develop within the nursery and work in partnership with parents/carers and the wider community.The post holder will be responsible for the management of the nursery on a day-to-day basis ensuring that all the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage are met.
Purpose of the Role:
To lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the daycare provision, ensuring full compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted standards.
To provide high-quality early education and care, ensuring children are safe, nurtured, and supported to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
- Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
- Support, motivate, and supervise staff, students, and volunteers
- Allocate and monitor key person responsibilities effectively
- Contribute to staff development, supervision, and performance management
Quality of Provision
- Ensure delivery of a high-quality EYFS curriculum that supports all areas of learning and development
- Monitor planning, observations, and assessments to ensure progress for all children
- Maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
Safeguarding & Welfare
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children at all times
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are understood and followed by all staff
- Liaise with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and SENCo where concerns arise
- Ensure health, hygiene, and care routines are consistently maintained
Partnership Working
- Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
- Communicate effectively about children’s progress and wellbeing
- Signpost families to appropriate support services where needed
Inclusion & SEND
- Promote an inclusive environment that meets the needs of all children
- Support children with additional needs in partnership with external agencies
- Ensure equality of opportunity for all children and families
Administration & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with GDPR
- Contribute to reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with policies including safeguarding, equality, and health & safety
Professional Development
- Keep up to date with current legislation, EYFS changes, and best practice
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD)
- Attend and contribute to meetings, training, and whole-school activities
General Duties
- Undertake flexible duties as required within the setting
- Contribute to the wider life of the Academy
- Carry out all duties in line with daycare and school policies and statutory requirements
What the school offers its staff
We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where professional development is actively encouraged. Staff benefit from access to high-quality CPD opportunities and the chance to work closely with colleagues across both the daycare and school, supporting a strong, joined-up approach to early years provision. As part of a growing multi-academy trust, there are increasing opportunities for networking, career progression and sharing best practice across settings.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Barnwell Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 317 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Barnwell Academy website
- Email address
- c.nellist@tyneandwearlt.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0191 5844440
Barnwell Academy is a successful primary school located in Penshaw, Tyne and Wear, serving pupils aged 3–11 as part of the Tyne and Wear Learning Trust. The academy is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment, underpinned by high-quality teaching, strong leadership, and a broad, balanced curriculum. The school works closely with families and the local community to ensure all pupils are supported to achieve their full potential.
The academy also includes Barnwell Daycare, an on-site early years provision offering high-quality childcare for children aged 9 months to 4 years. The setting provides a nurturing, well-resourced environment led by experienced practitioners, supporting children’s early development and ensuring a smooth transition into school.
Arranging a visit to Barnwell Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email c.nellist@tyneandwearlt.co.uk.
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