Early Years Leader

Ultimate Activity Camps; Sutton Park; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A seasonal children's activity organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Early Years Leader to oversee the Early Years programme during camps. Responsibilities include delivering structured activities, maintaining children's welfare, and ensuring compliance with Ofsted requirements. The role involves coordinating a team and acting as the primary contact for parents. Ideal candidates should have relevant childcare qualifications and experience working with young children, ensuring a nurturing and engaging environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for future roles

Gain experience in childcare

Qualifications

• Experience working with 4- and 5-year-old children.
• Ability to deliver structured sports and arts activities.
• Knowledge of Ofsted standards in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the Early Years programme.
• Maintain welfare and provide high-quality care.
• Coordinate and support the Early Years team.

Skills

Childcare experience

Knowledge of EYFS requirements

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

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.

Bring your skills. Leave with more.

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