Junior Adventures Group
Early Years Lead (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential) - The Grange
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Early Years Lead (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential) - The Grange
Early Years Lead – Permanent (Split Shift)
Company Description Make a difference. Inspire little learners. Love your job.
Looking to bring your passion for Early Years to life? Join Junior Adventures Group (JAG) and help little ones flourish in a safe, nurturing, and playful environment. You’ll plan and deliver creative, age-appropriate activities, ensure children’s wellbeing, and inspire curiosity every day.
At JAG, we’re the UK’s leading provider of wraparound childcare—play, learning, and connection are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re Level 3 qualified and eager to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!
The Role
- Location: Grange Primary School (including nearby sites)
- Hours:
- Flexible split shifts (15 hrs core, plus 25-30hrs during half-term for holiday camps)
- Pay: £13.50 per hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Perks:
- No weekend working
- Family-friendly hours
- Supportive, fun team culture
Key Responsibilities
- Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for children aged 0-5.
- Plan, lead, and deliver structured, age-appropriate activities including:
- Storytelling
- Creative arts & crafts
- Sensory play
- Group games
- Outdoor adventures
- Support children’s development and wellbeing through engaging, playful experiences.
- Maintain exemplary safeguarding standards—follow all Health & Safety policies strictly.
- Provide healthy snacks, assist with toileting/hygiene routines, and ensure every child feels safe, cared for, and included.
- Set up and maintain play spaces, adapting them for different activities and learning needs.
- Keep accurate records (incident reports, observations, registers, etc.).
- Build trusting relationships with parents, schools, and colleagues.
- Promote early years best practice to nurture a love of learning through play.
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Requirements
- Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential.
- Ability to lead with confidence, creativity, and boundless energy.
- Team player committed to fostering joyful, safe, and inclusive learning.
Safeguarding & Compliance
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must comply with:
- Keeping Children Safe in Education policies.
- Provide two written references—one from your most recent employer and one from a childcare setting (if applicable).
- A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required prior to starting.
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What’s in it for you?
- In-house mental wellbeing support via Health Assured (24/7 access).
- Discounts on wraparound childcare and holiday clubs for your children.
- Referral bonuses for recommending friends/family.
- Paid training and professional development to help you grow.
- Family-friendly flexibility to balance work and life.
Who is JAG?
At JAG, our people are what makes us special—incredible teams who create life-changing experiences for children across the UK.
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