Early Years Leader

Ultimate Activity; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking an Early Years Leader to oversee the delivery of their Early Years programme. The role involves fostering a nurturing environment and delivering structured activities to 4- and 5-year-olds. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and leading a team to provide high-quality care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and be passionate about child development through play. Paid training and competitive pay are offered.

Benefits

Paid pre-camp training

Competitive pay

Subsidised First Aid qualifications

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
• Experience working with 4- and 5-year-olds.
• Good knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Excellent communication with parents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of the Early Years programme on camp.
• Deliver structured sports, arts and crafts activities.
• Ensure Ofsted requirements are met.
• Coordinate and support the Early Years team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Enthusiasm

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare or Primary Education

Job description

The Details :

• Title : Early Years Leader
• Contract : Seasonal holiday work available. Future opportunities in other half term holidays.
• Hours : 8.00am 6.00pm weekdays. Full season or part season roles available.

Summary of Position

Our Early Years Leader oversees the delivery of the Early Years programme on camp fostering an exciting enjoyable and nurturing environment. As well as overseeing the setting you will get stuck in and deliver structured sports arts and crafts activities and games to the Early Years children enrolled on camp our Ultimate Activity Juniors. The activities offered will follow EYFS requirements for learning and development with the emphasis being on participation and quality.

With support and direction from the Camp Manager you will be the key contact for the 4- and 5-year-olds on camp taking a lead in maintaining their welfare and providing high quality care. Working with the Camp Manager you will be responsible for ensuring all Ofsted requirements are met and be the primary point of contact for parents of our Juniors.

Our Early Years settings work within a ratio of 1 : 8 which means you could be working by yourself or within a team. It is the duty of the Early Years Leader to coordinate direct and support the rest of the Early Years team to ensure high quality childcare is delivered at all times.

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For a full list of responsibilities and duties download the Job Description

About You

Essential Requirements :

• Educated to a minimum of Level 3 in Early Years / Childcare or Primary Education with significant experience working with 4- and 5-year-olds.
• Experience of working with children and delivering activities and able to tailor the delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Be enthusiastic energetic and passionate about working developing children through play and activity.
• Good organisation and communication skills. Candidates must be confident in their ability to lead a group of children and not shy away from responsibility.
• Good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to apply it to a camp setting.
• Excellent communicator with great face-to-face customer service skills. Candidates must be confident in their ability to interact with parents.
• A pro‑active and conscientious team player able to adapt to dynamic situations and challenges on camp.
• Someone looking for a sometimes challenging but hugely rewarding and enjoyable job in the holidays looking to broaden their career in the childcare industry.

Desirable Requirements :

• Some management or supervisory experience.
• Experience taking sole charge of a group of children.
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 hour or 6 hour) qualification.

Benefits :

• Paid pre‑camp training programme to prepare you to be an Ultimate staff member.
• Competitive pay and opportunities for progression
• Subsidised First Aid qualifications and CPD opportunities.
• Each day is filled with rewarding work in an enthusiastic environment
• Refer a Friend scheme

About Us

Ultimate Activity Camps is a leading provider of holiday childcare in the UK. Our trusted holiday camps operate at venues across the country offering outstanding childcare & activity provision to children whilst providing peace of mind to parents.

The Ultimate Activity Company is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject relevant check in line with Safer Recruitment guidelines including but not limited to DBS Disclosure checks identity checks internet search employment history and reference checks and international criminal record checks where required.

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