Job Description

Nursery Room Lead

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Posted on 25 July 2025
Salary 32,061 to 33,699 pro rata (actual salary: 26,085.79 to 27,417.66) Contract Term Time - Permanent Closing Date Apply by 22 September 2025

Location

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City Academy Whitehawk






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Job Summary

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Job reference orbis/TP/303802/45417
Positions available 1
Working hours 35
Closing date 22 September 2025
Job category Support Staff - Education
Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council
Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

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Start date

: ASAP


City Academy Whitehawk is proud to offer exciting and inclusive education to children aged 4 to 11 years. We are very proud that our Early Years provision was rated as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED in May 2024.


We are looking for a committed and motivated individual to come and join us as the Room Lead for our Hatchlings Nursery. The successful candidate will have experience in leading a room, supporting with the planning of work and activities, monitoring development and being the main point of contact for children and adults.


Hatchlings offers places to 3- and 4-year-olds and plays a vital role in equipping the children with skills which will enable smooth transition into Reception.

About the role

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We are seeking a talented Nursery Room Lead to join our exceptional Early Years team in delivering outstanding provision for the setting. Working with a Nursery Practitioner, under the guidance of the Assistant Head for Early Years, they will be responsible for the successful day to day operation of the Nursery Class.


The successful candidate will be an experienced practitioner who is committed to providing the very best opportunities for our children. We are seeking a good team member with great communication skills and a clear vision for excellence.


In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

A supportive team who place our six CAW qualities of Collaboration, Aspiration, Resilience, Effort, Excellence, and Respect at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

Working hours will be 35 hours per week, 8.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday with an hour's unpaid lunch. Staff are required to work term time only which includes school INSET days.


The salary shown reflects an interim 2025/2026 pay award, pending completion of the negotiations between the National Employers and the Trade Unions. The difference between this and what is agreed as the final pay award will be paid as a lump sum back pay, when announced by the government and the Trade Unions.


Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.


We would welcome visits to the school from interested candidates, and these can be arranged by telephoning the school office on 01273 681377.

Closing date

: 22 September 2025 10 AM

Interview date:

29 September 2025

How to apply

: Completed application forms to be returned to https://auroraacademies.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-AAT-0205

Telephone

: (01273) 681377

Website

: https://caw.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional information

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Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

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Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality


The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.