At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning and development while enhancing your leadership skills in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join YMCA Dulverton Group, a vibrant community-focused charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days of leave, health plans, training opportunities, and discounts on gym memberships.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; we value diversity and inclusion in our team.
- Why this job: Shape young minds and make a meaningful impact in a beautiful rural setting.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a passion for child development.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you aspire to strengthen your leadership skills in a warm, supportive environment where children are at the heart of everything we do? We are delighted to be expanding our leadership team and are introducing Deputy Room Lead positions within our beautiful rural setting on the Coombe Lodge Estate. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership abilities while working alongside — and being supported by — an experienced Room Leader. If you are an enthusiastic and motivated practitioner looking to progress along your career pathway, we would love to hear from you.
As a Deputy Room Lead, you will enjoy:
- Ongoing professional development, including leadership training and mentoring
- Support from an experienced Room Leader to help you succeed in your new role
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing and supportive team
- A beautiful rural working environment with access to expansive outdoor spaces
- A warm, collaborative team culture that values your ideas and contributions
- Enhanced responsibilities that help you build confidence and leadership experience
- Opportunities to shape the learning environment and influence practice within your room
- A child‑centred ethos, ensuring your work is meaningful, rewarding, and impactful
Various contracts available and flexible working considered. This post is for a Level 3 qualified Deputy Room Lead based at our Early Years Nursery in Blagdon. If you believe in the power of play, the magic of curiosity and the importance of every child’s story, apply today to be part of something special!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and are required to provide two suitable references.
At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive. We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and families across Somerset and Devon every year.
We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support. Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services.
If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.
At YMCA Dulverton Group, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:
- Westfield Health Cash Plan to help with everyday health costs
- 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities to help you grow
- Monthly employee raffle
- Discounted gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
- A complimentary one-night hotel stay at one of our locations
- Savings on childcare in our Early Years Settings and Children’s Holiday Club
- Discounted hire of our wedding and events venue
- Access to confidential counselling services
- Employer contributions to your pension scheme
- Exclusive charity worker discounts
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
Early Years Deputy Room Lead in Blagdon employer: YMCA-DG
At YMCA Dulverton Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions professional growth and a supportive work culture. As a Deputy Room Lead in our beautiful rural setting at Coombe Lodge Estate, you will benefit from ongoing leadership training, a collaborative team environment, and clear career progression opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community.
