Level 3 Nursery Room Lead – Cullompton | Full Time
Are you a passionate childcare professional ready to take the next step in your early years career? We’re looking for a Level 3 qualified Nursery Room Lead to join a warm, welcoming nursery setting in Cullompton on a full-time basis.
About the Nursery:
Our setting is a well-established, purpose-built nursery that provides a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children aged 0–5 years. With spacious rooms, secure outdoor areas, and a dedicated team of early years professionals, the nursery promotes a child-led approach to learning, encouraging exploration, creativity, and development through play.
The Role – Nursery Room Lead:
As a Room Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of one of our age-specific rooms (Baby, Toddler, or Pre-School), ensuring high standards of care and early years education are consistently maintained. You will lead a small team of practitioners, supporting them with planning, observations, and assessments in line with the EYFS framework. You’ll play a key role in building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues alike.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the smooth daily running of the room
Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate activities
Maintain accurate records and assessments
Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are upheld
Mentor and support junior staff
Communicate effectively with parents and carers
Requirements:
A minimum of Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education
At least 1 year of experience working in a nursery setting
Previous leadership experience (desirable but not essential)
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
A genuine passion for early years education and care
What’s on Offer:
Full-time, permanent position
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Supportive and friendly team
Ongoing training and professional development
A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on young children’s lives
Location: Cullompton
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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