About this role
Tel: 01760 721357
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.heartwood.norfolk.sch.uk/
Headteacher: Rebecca Starman
Salary - Scale F, £15.06-£16.06 per hour (£29,064-£31,022 FTE) Permanent Part time 14 hours per week (2 days) Required for September 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen at our wonderful setting- Heartwood Church of England VC Primary and Nursery School. We are seeking an ambitious, nurturing and dedicated professional to join our school nursery.
We are looking for the ideal candidate who:
Has experience of working in a nursery or a nursery setting. Has at least a Level 3 in Early Years. Has a sound understanding of how children learn through play and the adult’s role within this Works very well in a team; being able to lead the nursery room two days a week, working closely with another nursery lead, working closely with an EYFS teacher who oversees nursery, working well with all support staff in the nursery, Is a passionate and inspiring class practitioner who is adaptable to change. Uses assessment to inform planning and teaching Will champion all children to fulfil their potential Has proven success accelerating children’s learning Has a warm personality and a good sense of humour Is committed to building strong relationships with the whole school community Works well with colleagues, treating all with dignity and respect Will embrace the hygge approach to our school community Values and works hard to keep and maintain an effective classroom environment Will promote the school’s vision and values
We offer:
High levels of nurture, guidance and support for our children and staff A beautiful, hygge inspired, school environment An SLT who are supportive, nurturing and compassionate A supportive and friendly staff team who enjoy working and being together Forward thinking approaches to teaching and learning
Please visit our website to find out more about us at - www.heartwood.norfolk.sch.uk
For more information, please email Rebecca Starman, Headteacher at [email protected] or call 01760 721 357. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please email to book.
How to apply
To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.
Completed forms should be returned to – [email protected]
We recommend that applications are submitted early as they are shortlisted on submission and the advert may close earlier that listed.
Closing date: 8 June 2026, 8am
Interview date: TBC
The school is committed to the protection and safety of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an appropriate Enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
This post comes under the requirements of the childcare (Disqualification) 2009 regulations and the successful supplicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
The school may review applicants’ social media and wider online presence as part of the selection and safeguarding process.