Early Years Lead

Job Description

Location: Iver Heath Infant & Junior School,  St Margaret's Close, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, SL0 0DA
Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Operational Hours: Term Time: Monday to Friday - Hours: 14.30 - 18.00
Pay: Up to £14 an hour 
Contract: Term Time 

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential

What you’ll do day-to-day:

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our youngest children.
• Plan, lead, and deliver fun, structured activities like storytelling, creative arts, sensory play, group games, and outdoor adventures.
• Support children’s development and wellbeing through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
• Be a role model of excellent safeguarding and follow Health & Safety policies at all times.
• Provide healthy snacks, support toileting and hygiene routines, and ensure every child feels safe, cared for, and included.
• Set up and tidy play spaces, adapting environments to meet the needs of different activities.
• Maintain accurate records (accident/incident forms, observations, registers, etc.).
• Build positive relationships with parents, schools, and your team.
• Promote early years best practice and nurture a love for learning through play.
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of child protection.
   

  What’s in it for you?

• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through Health Assured.
• Discounted wraparound and holiday club care for your little ones.
• Rewards for recommending friends and family to join the JAG family.
• Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development.
• No weekend working.
• Family-friendly hours and a supportive, fun team culture.

Qualifications

So, what does it mean to be a JAG Early Years Lead?

Are you caring, creative, and full of positive energy? We’re looking for someone who can confidently lead Early Years activities and bring the magic of early childhood learning to life. With your Level 3 qualification, you’ll help our little ones grow, explore, and discover in a safe and happy space — while also supporting your team to shine.

Our people make JAG special. Every day, our incredible teams create joyful, meaningful experiences for children across the UK.

🎥 Learn more about who we are: Watch our video

Additional Information

Safeguarding

We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. All roles require an Enhanced DBS check, Children's Barred List Check, and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and suitability checks. As part of our safeguarding and due diligence procedures, online searches may be undertaken in relation to shortlisted candidates.

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