Join Our Happy Journeys Family as a Nursery Practitioner. Start fresh in 2025 with a rewarding role that makes a difference every day. Are you ready for a new beginning in 2025? Happy Journeys is growing, and we’re excited to welcome passionate, dedicated Nursery Practitioners to our beautiful, spacious nursery—established in August 2019 and continuing to flourish. At Happy Journeys, our ethos—Nature, Nurture, Nourish—is the heartbeat of everything we do. We provide a safe, inspiring space for children to grow, play, and explore, while supporting the health and well-being of our entire community. We’re seeking enthusiastic educators who: Have a genuine passion for early childhood education. Thrive in a collaborative team environment. Deliver outstanding care and engaging learning experiences. Serve as positive role models for young children. Build warm, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Have solid knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Love to sing, dance, get messy with sensory play, and bring joy to every day. Minimum qualification required: Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent). Why Join Happy Journeys? We value our team and offer a supportive, fun, and rewarding working environment with a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive pay Discounts on cinema tickets, coffee, and more through our healthcare plan Free hot lunches and fresh fruit daily Gym membership discounts Amazing CPD opportunities and a fun-filled training week Regular team-building events Free uniform An extra day off on your birthday 28 days holiday (including public holidays) Employer pension contributions Staff childcare discount 3 days paid sick leave after probation Job Details: Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday to Friday Location: On-site (in person) Expected Start Date: June 2025 If you're an enthusiastic, caring, and playful practitioner looking to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us for an informal chat and take the first step toward an exciting new journey. Apply today and help shape the future—one happy child at a time. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Private medical insurance
Position Title: Supported Living Service Manager 📍 Location: North West London 📅 Start Date: Available for Immediate Start 💼 Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site Position Overview We are currently looking for an experienced and driven Supported Living Manager to lead the development of a new supported living provision based in North West London. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role during the initial setup phase of the service. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, while also playing an integral role in the start-up process, including creating policies, shaping service frameworks, and helping to build adult placement capacity. The service will support individuals with: Mental Health needs Learning Disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorders Challenging Behaviour Broader Complex Support Needs We’re seeking someone with a passion for person-centred care and a strong background in supported living who can confidently contribute from day one. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead the setup, planning, and launch of a new supported living service Contribute to the design and rollout of care policies, risk protocols, and quality standards Manage care delivery in alignment with CQC expectations and safeguarding frameworks Supervise recruitment, staff management, and training processes Actively support placement building and ensure appropriate referrals Collaborate with professionals, local authorities, families, and other stakeholders Promote independence, inclusion, and personalised care across the service Monitor service performance, compliance, and operational effectiveness Skills and Experience Required Background in managing supported living services for adults with complex needs Demonstrated success in building or scaling placements and service capacity Experience participating in or leading service start-ups Excellent team leadership and staff coordination abilities Strong understanding of safeguarding, person-led support, and CQC compliance Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care (e.g., NVQ Level 5 or equivalent) or Experience doing of management Practical problem-solver with a calm, confident approach Committed to promoting dignity, safety, and empowerment for every service user What We Offer The chance to take a leading role in shaping a new supported living service A collaborative and supportive leadership team Rewarding work with genuine impact Competitive pay, based on qualifications and experience 📩 How to Apply: If this opportunity resonates with your values and experience, please forward your CV along with a short expression of interest outlining why you’d be a great fit for this role.