Early Years Room Leader

The Beehive Childcare Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Room Leader for Twilight sessions. Candidates must have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a lead role. The successful applicant will join a nurturing environment catering for children aged 2 to 4 years and is expected to collaborate within a team, promoting child development. Competitive hourly wage starting at £12.70.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant level 3 Early Years qualification.
• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent are required.
• Experience handling electronic Learning Journeys is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead in the role of Room Leader during Twilight sessions.
• Ensure children's safety and safeguarding standards are met.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Early Years qualification

English and maths GCSE

Understanding of the EYFS

Experience of being a key person

Lead role planning experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Initiative and team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

The Beehive Childcare Group is a long-established setting, running from Kinchen Hall on Colman Road in Norwich. We have two inviting rooms and a large outdoor space that we love to spend time in every day. We cater for children aged 2 to 4 years old, and we are open from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. We pride ourselves on being a nurturing and inclusive setting, and we are looking to recruit a Room Leader for our Twilight sessions, to join our busy team. This is a permanent, term time vacancy but with the option to add Holiday Club hours.

Qualifications and Experience

• A full and relevant level 3 Early Years qualification
• English and maths GCSE or equivalent
• A working knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
• Experience of being a key person and keeping electronic Learning Journeys
• Experience of planning and working in a lead role
• Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Child Protection
• Be willing to undertake any training that is required to continue professional development
• Ability to use their own initiative, as well as follow instructions
• Work collaboratively as part of a team

The hourly starting wage will be £12.70.

Working Hours

• Monday: 14.45 - 18.15
• Tuesday: 14.45 - 18.15
• Wednesday: 14.45 - 18.15
• Thursday: 14.45 - 18.15
• Friday: 14.45 - 18.15

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and must provide two satisfactory references prior to starting.

Start date: 1st December 2025 or as near as possible to this date.

Please contact us for an application form and a full job description. We can be contacted at [e-mail] if you have any further questions before applying. Closing date for applications Friday 28th November 2025.