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

Junior Adventures Group Uk; Sydenham; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health support via Health Assured

Discounted wraparound/holiday club

Rewards for referrals

Paid training and development

No weekend work

Family-friendly hours

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group UK is seeking a caring Early Years Lead to join a welcoming setting at Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Catford, London. You’ll plan and lead fun, structured activities for our youngest children in a safe, supportive environment.

With a Level 3 Early Years qualification, you’ll support development and wellbeing, uphold safeguarding standards, and work term-time for 15 hours per week, with pay up to £15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential.
• Experience with safeguarding and healthy child development is expected.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for young children.
• Plan, lead and deliver structured activities such as storytelling, arts, sensory play, and outdoor adventures.
• Support development, wellbeing and inclusion; maintain safeguarding standards.

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years

Job description

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

So, what does it mean to be a JAG Early Years Lead?

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.

Learn more about who we are: Watch our video

Additional Information

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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