Pre-School Key Worker (Maternity Cover)

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St Cedd's School in Chelmsford is seeking a Full-time Pre-School Key Worker to cover maternity leave from January 2026. The role runs term time, Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00, and involves supporting children in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

The successful applicant will hold a full EYFS Level 3 qualification, work as part of a dedicated Early Years team, and contribute to each child's learning with a calm, patient approach. Appointment is subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• EYFS Level 3 qualification is required.
• Ability to foster a calm, patient classroom environment.
• Commitment to supporting each child's individual learning.

Responsibilities

• Support learning of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Work as part of the Early Years team to deliver activities.
• Maintain a calm, proactive, and supportive classroom approach.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Pro-active

Education

EYFS Level 3 qualification

Job description

178a New London Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0AR

www.stcedds.org.uk

Full-time Pre-School Key Worker (Maternity Cover)

Required from January 2026

We are searching for skilled and dedicated individuals with a desire to support the learning of the children in our Early Years Foundation Stage. This is a full time, term time, Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00 maternity cover contract.

The successful applicant will hold a minimum of a full and relevant EYFS Level 3 qualification and will have a desire to ensure that every child achieves their individual best in the classroom throughout their time at St Cedd's School. They will facilitate this through a calm and patient approach whilst also being pro-active and motivated, working as part of our excellent Early Years team.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

All employees of St Cedd's School have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with skills and experience

Closing date: 12 noon on Tuesday 4 November

Interviews: Monday 10 November