Early Years Lead (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential) - Catford

Junior Adventures Group UK; Catford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support through Health Assur

Discounted wraparound and holiday club

Rewards for referrals

Paid training and development

No weekend working

Family-friendly hours and supportive,

team culture

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group UK is looking for an Early Years Lead to join a School-based setting in Catford. You will plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities for our youngest learners, while ensuring wellbeing and safeguarding in a safe, playful environment.

You will work 15 hours per week during term time, with a pay of up to £15 per hour. Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential; DBS and references are required as part of the process.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Ability to lead Early Years activities with confidence.
• Provide two references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our youngest children.
• Plan, lead, and deliver fun, structured activities like storytelling, creative arts, sensory play, group games, and outdoor adventures.
• Support children’s development and wellbeing through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
• Be a role model of safeguarding and follow Health & Safety policies.
• Provide healthy snacks, support toileting and hygiene routines, and ensure children feel safe and included.
• Set up and tidy play spaces, adapting environments for activities.
• Maintain accurate records (accident/incident forms, observations, registers).
• Build positive relationships with parents, schools, and the team.
• Promote early years best practice and nurture a love for learning through play.
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of child protection.

Skills

Storytelling

Creative arts

Sensory play

Group games

Outdoor adventures

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years

Job description

Company Description

Make a difference. Inspire little learners. Love your job. Looking to bring your passion for Early Years to life? Join us as an Early Years Lead and help little ones flourish in a safe, nurturing, and playful environment. You’ll plan and deliver creative, age-appropriate activities, ensure children’s wellbeing, and inspire curiosity every single day. At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we’re the UK’s leading provider of wraparound childcare — and we’re all about play, learning, and connection. If you’re Level 3 qualified and ready to take the next step in your Early Years career, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description

Location: Holy Cross Catholic Primary School - Culverley Road, Catford, London, SE6 2LD

Hours: 15 hours a week

Operational Hours: Monday - Friday - 7:30am - 8:45am & 3:15pm - 6pm

Pay: up to £15 an hour

Contract: Term Time

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential

What you’ll do day-to-day:

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our youngest children.
• Plan, lead, and deliver fun, structured activities like storytelling, creative arts, sensory play, group games, and outdoor adventures.
• Support children’s development and wellbeing through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
• Be a role model of excellent safeguarding and follow Health & Safety policies at all times.
• Provide healthy snacks, support toileting and hygiene routines, and ensure every child feels safe, cared for, and included.
• Set up and tidy play spaces, adapting environments to meet the needs of different activities.
• Maintain accurate records (accident/incident forms, observations, registers, etc.).
• Build positive relationships with parents, schools, and your team.
• Promote early years best practice and nurture a love for learning through play.
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of child protection.

What’s in it for you?

• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through Health Assured.
• Discounted wraparound and holiday club care for your little ones.
• Rewards for recommending friends and family to join the JAG family.
• Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development.
• No weekend working.
• Family-friendly hours and a supportive, fun team culture.

Qualifications

Are you caring, creative, and full of positive energy? We’re looking for someone who can confidently lead Early Years activities and bring the magic of early childhood learning to life. With your Level 3 qualification, you’ll help our little ones grow, explore, and discover in a safe and happy space — while also supporting your team to shine. Our people make JAG special. Every day, our incredible teams create joyful, meaningful experiences for children across the UK.

Safeguarding

This role requires compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must provide two references – one from your most recent employer and another from a childcare setting (if applicable). An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of the hiring process. For more information, please visit: Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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