Early Years Room Lead; Maternity Cover

Overview

What we are looking for in you

If you are passionate about childcare and would like a career where every day you give the next generation the best start in life and make a difference in the lives of children and families, we could be looking for you!

• You will play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones by creating positive environments where children can learn, develop and grow.
• You’ll support the Room Lead, guiding your team to provide engaging activities that inspire creativity in the children under your care.
• Assist with implementing a play-based curriculum designed to meet the needs of each child and promote outdoor learning where appropriate.

This post is for a Level 3 qualified Maternity cover Room Lead based at our Early Years Nursery in Wrington. We expect this role to be a 12 month contract. This role is working 40 hours a week.

Various contracts available and flexible working considered.

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years or equivalent.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process; all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two suitable references.

• Westfield Health Cash Plan to help with everyday health costs
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
• A wide range of training and development opportunities
• Monthly employee raffle
• Discounted gym membership to support health and wellbeing
• A complimentary one-night hotel stay at one of our locations
• Savings on childcare in our Early Years Settings and Children’s Holiday Club
• Discounted hire of our wedding and events venue
• Access to confidential counselling services
• Employer contributions to your pension scheme
• Exclusive charity worker discounts

We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on six key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels. We regularly adapt our services to meet the needs of our community and align with local authority priorities.

Our employees are on board with our evolving organisation, dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services.

At YMCA Dulverton Group, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support wellbeing, development and work-life balance, including the benefits listed above and more.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We strive to be a care leaver friendly employer, and if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we offer constructive feedback on your application process.