Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Join The Bear & Bunny team as the Deputy SEN Leader, where your skills, compassion, and leadership will shine.

Our inclusive and dynamic team is expanding, and we’re seeking an inspiring Deputy SEN Leader to help guide our provision, ensuring every child receives the support they deserve.

We offer fantastic benefits, including:

⭐ Competitive Salary

⭐ Professional Development Opportunities

⭐ Supportive Team Environment

⭐ Work-Life Balance Focus

⭐ The chance to be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team

Do you tick these boxes?

✅ Relevant SEN qualification (or equivalent experience)

✅ 2+ years of experience supporting children with SEN, including leading or coordinating small teams

✅ A passion for inclusivity, with a deep understanding of strategies for supporting children with diverse needs

✅ Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage individual learning plans and collaborate with the SEN Leader

✅ Outstanding communication skills, fostering positive relationships with staff, parents, and external professionals

✅ A proactive, adaptable, and positive attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning

✅ Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high standards in documentation, policies, and practices

✅ Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

How to Apply:

Fill out the form below to begin your application today! We’re not looking for ordinary—we’re looking for someone extraordinary to join us in creating an environment where all children can thrive. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Let your passion, skills, and personality shine—we can’t wait to hear from you! 🌟

If you're looking to work at a nursery that puts its team first, then this could be the place for you.

We're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're currently looking for enthusiastic and passionate Level 3 or Above Childcare Stars to join our team as Qualified Practitioners 👋

Some of the benefits we offer include:

⭐4 day work week

⭐Team events

⭐Competitive salary

⭐CPD and further training to help build your knowledge in Early Years

⭐Excellent Pension scheme

⭐Discounted Childcare

⭐NHS top-up

So, if you tick the following boxes:

✅ A great personality with ambition, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn

✅ A driving license

✅ Minimum Level 3 Childcare Qualification

✅ A thorough understanding of the EYFS

✅ High standards of work and cleanliness in the workplace

✅ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team

✅ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!

How to Apply:

Fill out the form below to begin your application today! We’re not looking for ordinary—we’re looking for someone extraordinary to join us in creating an environment where all children can thrive. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Let your passion, skills, and personality shine—we can’t wait to hear from you! 🌟

Are you a motivated professional with leadership experience looking to make an impact? Bear & Bunny Nursery is on the hunt for a dynamic individual to join our team and play a pivotal role in nurturing young minds while driving our success.

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, alongside a supportive and welcoming environment where growth is encouraged. 😊

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Level 3 or above childcare qualification.

✅ Proven experience in leadership roles within childcare or early years education.

✅ Knowledge of EYFS standards, safeguarding, and compliance with industry regulations.

✅ Strong organizational, budgeting, and communication skills.

✅ A team player who thrives on building partnerships with colleagues, parents, and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities Include:

➡ Supporting the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care and education.

➡ Mentoring and leading a positive, high-performing staff team.

➡ Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and OFSTED regulations.

➡ Developing and maintaining positive partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

➡ Keeping accurate records, monitoring children's development, and contributing to continuous improvement plans.

➡ Flexibility to contribute where needed, adapting to a variety of tasks such as preparing activities or supporting team operations.

💡 Why Join Bear & Bunny Nursery?

At Bear & Bunny, we’re not just offering a job – we’re offering an opportunity to grow. This is a role where you’ll gain valuable experience, take on new challenges, and have a clear pathway for progression into senior leadership roles.

If you’re an enthusiastic, innovative leader who loves to inspire and make a difference, apply now below!

Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Position Type: Full-Time

As the Nursery Room Leader, you will oversee the nursery's day-to-day activities, ensuring that all children receive the highest standard of care and education. You will lead by example, offering guidance and support to staff while maintaining a fun, inclusive, and professional environment for both children and parents. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with a passion for early childhood education who is ready to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced nursery setting.

In addition to being part of a welcoming, family-run business, we provide a range of benefits to our team members:

⭐Competitive salary

⭐Free uniform

⭐Regular team-building events

⭐WPA NHS Top-up scheme to support your health and wellbeing

⭐A positive and supportive work culture

We’re looking for a superstar who is passionate about early childhood education, loves working with children, and is ready to take on a leadership role. To succeed in this position, you should meet the following criteria:

🍃Level 3 CCLD Qualification (or equivalent) in childcare or early years education

🍃At least 2 years of experience as a Lead Teacher, Nursery Room Leader, or Licensed Childcare Professional

🍃A vibrant and energetic personality, with enthusiasm and a passion for learning and teaching

🍃Strong leadership skills and the ability to take ownership of a classroom, ensuring it runs smoothly and efficiently

🍃Excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with parents, carers, and staff

🍃High standards of cleanliness and quality of work within the nursery environment

🍃Understanding of business policies and procedures, and the ability to ensure they are adhered to by the team

🍃A Full Background Check is essential for this role

As the Nursery Room Leader, you will be responsible for the following key areas:

🌸Leading Classroom Activities: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of daily activities, ensuring they are in line with the nursery’s educational goals and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

🌸Team Leadership and Support: Lead and mentor nursery staff, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities. Work closely with the management team to ensure the nursery’s vision and goals are consistently met.

🌸Parent and Carer Relationships: Build and maintain positive, open relationships with parents and carers, ensuring they feel involved in their child’s development and progress.

🌸High Standards of Care and Cleanliness: Maintain an organised, safe, and clean environment in the nursery, ensuring all health and safety guidelines are met.

🌸Policy Adherence: Ensure that all nursery policies and procedures are followed consistently, including safeguarding, health and safety, and any other operational guidelines.

🌸Engaging Children’s Learning: Foster a creative and stimulating learning environment where children can develop their skills, confidence, and social abilities.

If you are an experienced childcare professional with leadership experience and a passion for early years education, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, has a can-do attitude, and thrives in a dynamic nursery environment.

At Bear & Bunny, we're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now on the lookout for enthusiastic practitioners to join our growing team 😀

This is a full-time position and is ideal for anyone looking to be a part of a friendly and dynamic team of educators. Previous experience is desirable, along with a full understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage!

We are happy to provide the following benefits to the successful candidate:

⭐Competitive Salary

⭐Free Uniform

⭐Team Events

⭐WPA NHS Topup

⭐The opportunity to be part of a Family-Run Business

So if you have the following:

✅ A great personality with ambition, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn

✅ A driving license

✅ Minimum Level 3 Child Care Qualification

✅ A thorough understanding of the EYFS

✅ High standards of work and cleanliness in the workplace

✅ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team

✅ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!

At Bear & Bunny, every member of our team is a Child Care Superstar!

We're thrilled to say that we are currently recruiting an enthusiastic, bubbly, Forest School Practitioner to join our fantastic team 🥰

We are happy to provide the following benefits to the successful candidate:

⭐Competitive Salary

⭐Free Uniform

⭐Team Events

⭐WPA NHS Topup

⭐The opportunity to be part of a Family-Run Business

So if you have the following:

✅Level 3 or above CCLD Qualification or Forest School Leader

✅A passion for early years/forest school education

✅Food Hygiene, First Aid and Safeguarding Level 3 Certificate

✅Good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS

✅High standards of work paired with a positive work ethic

✅Ideally 2 years experience in childcare