Join Our Vibrant Early Years Team at Easton Community Children’s Centre
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and leading a dedicated team? At ECCC, we’re searching for an enthusiastic Early Years Room Leader to shape the learning journey in our Preschool Room. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a supportive, community-driven setting, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Reduced Working Week: From September 2025, enjoy a 37.5-hour week (down from 39), with no reduction in pay. Plus, finish at 1:30pm every Friday!
- Generous Annual Leave: Over 7 weeks off each year, including a guaranteed 2-week break at Christmas.
- Wellbeing First: Access a health cash plan, regular supervisions, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Delicious Perks: Free meals and snacks prepared by our in-house chef.
- Career Growth: Ongoing professional development, training, and clear progression opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Anniversary pay bonus, employee discounts, enhanced sick and maternity pay, and a generous pension scheme.
- Supportive Environment: Free uniform, flu jab, on-site parking, and time off in lieu for meetings and training.
- Diverse & Inclusive: Work in a culturally rich setting where your unique perspective is valued.
- Community Impact: Be part of a charity that adapts quickly to meet the needs of children, families, and staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire a team in our Preschool Room, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment.
- Design and deliver engaging, child-centred learning experiences—indoors and outdoors.
- Champion anti-racist and trauma-informed practices in all aspects of your work.
- Manage an allocated budget to support your cohort’s needs.
- Support staff development through coaching, regular supervisions, and sharing best practice.
- Collaborate with families and the wider community to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging.
- Contribute to ECCC’s policies and continuous improvement as a key member of our leadership team.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and inclusive practice at all times.
Requirements
- Approved Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above).
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a UK Early Years setting.
- At least 1 year’s experience leading an area of practice.
- Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.
- Passion for early education and a desire to keep learning and growing.
About ECCC
Since 1985, Easton Community Children’s Centre has been at the heart of our community, offering exceptional early education. Our children thrive in our large gardens, creative studio, and community allotment. We celebrate diversity, encourage curiosity, and believe in providing “a sense of belonging, not just fitting in.”
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those who reflect the diversity of our community.
Ready to take the next step?
Email us at [email protected] to arrange a tour or chat with our team. We can’t wait to meet you!
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £29,705.13 – £30,805.32
Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,703.13-£30,805.32 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (required)
- Management/Leadership: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Early Years/Education Qualification (Level 3 or higher) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/08/2025
