Nursery Lead

1 day ago


Rochester, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

Job Title: Nursery Lead (Mornings Only)
Location: Rochester
Contract: February 2026 – July 2026
Hours: 8:30am – 12:00pm (3.5 hours per day, 15 hours per week)
Salary: £14 – £16 per hour

Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner ready to lead a Nursery team?
Do you have strong knowledge of EYFS practice and a passion for shaping early learning?
Do you bring a nurturing, organised and proactive approach to your work?

TeacherActive is delighted to be supporting a primary school in Rochester that is seeking a dedicated and confident Nursery Lead to oversee their morning Nursery provision from February to July 2026. The school offers a warm, inclusive and engaging environment where children feel supported, inspired and ready to learn.

The school is looking for an experienced practitioner who can lead morning sessions for children aged 3–4, guiding staff, supporting planning and delivering high-quality learning experiences. You will ensure the smooth running of the Nursery provision, promote positive behaviour and learning through play, and work closely with the Early Years team to uphold high standards.

The successful Nursery Lead will have:

Experience leading or supervising within an EYFS/Nursery setting

Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A nurturing, confident and proactive approach

A relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 CACHE or equivalent required; Level 5 desirable)

In return, you can expect:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout onboarding

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression platform

Market-leading hourly pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance contributions with no hidden admin fees.

If you are interested in this position, click APPLY NOW, and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email: lillie.warburton
Contact Number: (phone number removed)

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services


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