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Falmouth Exeter Plus Nursery Nurse Role
Falmouth Exeter Plus are seeking to appoint a Nursery Nurse to join the close-knit team at our Nursery at our Penryn or Falmouth campus. Our unique setting provides a warm, nurturing environment and high-quality childcare for children aged 6 months to five years. Ofsted rated ‘Good’, our nurseries are extremely popular and are led by a dedicated team.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will work as part of a team to deliver the daily curriculum in compliance with the Nursery’s standards, policies, and procedures and in line with the requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will ensure that all daily activities are conducted in a way which provides a happy, stimulating, and secure learning environment for the children.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate for this role will ideally hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent, however candidates possessing a level 2 will also be considered. You should possess previous experience of working with children, a commitment to maintaining high standards of care, confidentiality and initiative, as well as a flexible approach towards working hours.
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Due to the nature of the role, you will also be required to undergo an Enhanced with Regulated Activity Disclosure & Barring Service Check.
Contract Details
This position is offered on a permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week contract working Monday to Friday. There is flexibility in the working hours which will be discussed further at interview.
Application
For full details of the skills/experience required, please see the job description above.
Contact recruitment@falmouth.ac.uk with any questions about the vacancy or to request an informal discussion before applying.
Although we have set the closing date as Wednesday 2 September 2026 due to the immediate requirement for this role, we will review applications as we receive them, and interview as soon as we have candidates that are a good match.
About Falmouth Exeter Plus
Falmouth Exeter Plus manages and delivers services at Falmouth, Penryn and Truro Campuses on behalf of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter. Working closely with the Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union (The SU) and the wider, universities partnership we support Higher Education learning and living, ensuring that the interests of all campus users are at the heart of everything we do.
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Benefits
As an employer of choice we can offer the successful candidate for this role a range of benefits, including:
- Employer Pension Contribution up to 10%
- 26 days + 8 days bank holiday
- Life Assurance
- Subsidised Sports Centre Membership (Gym & Fitness Classes)
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
- Cycle Scheme & Home & Tech Scheme
- Vivup Lifestyle Discounts
Alongside these benefits we offer a first class working environment across our campuses with all the facilities you would expect from working across two leading Universities.
Diversity and Inclusion
Falmouth Exeter Plus welcomes and encourages job applications from people of all identities and backgrounds, particularly those under-represented and/or marginalised, as it is important we have a diverse range of candidates to consider.
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