Daycare Leader
Barnwell Academy, Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4 7RT32 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 Job:
- 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.
- To promote the aims of the setting
Main Duties
- To lead the provision of an early years environment in which children are safe, happy and supported in fulfilling their individual potential.
- To work to agreed policies and practices ensuring a good quality standard of care in line with Ofsted standards
- Manage and coordinate key worker responsibilities and contribute to the planning of the Early Years Foundation Stage experiences.
- To ensure the general health and welfare of children are met including the changing and cleaning of children who are wet or soiled.
- To develop a good relationship with parents and carers
- To work within policies and procedures to promote a fully inclusive service
- To have knowledge of other professional and informal support services and be able to sensitively signpost parents towards these.
- To maintain detailed information for record keeping systems, taking into account confidentiality and to monitor and record the development of children using agreed observation and assessment methods.
- To have an understanding of child protection issues and liaise with the designated child protection co-ordinator and special needs co-ordinator should area of concern arise.
- To assist in the training of students on placement/volunteers in the nursery and under the direction of the Senior/manager ensure that they are supervised at all times.
- To be flexible within the working practices of the nursery including undertaking of domestic tasks.
- To provide written and oral reports to a variety of audiences.
- To constantly re-appraise professional performance and to participate in training courses. To keep informed of current childcare legislation and good practice.
- To attend and participate in meetings as required.
- To undertake any other duties as may be required.
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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