Early Years Session Leader (Level 3 Practitioner) – Summary
Lead day-to-day crèche sessions supporting children (6 months–school age) whose parents attend ESOL classes, ensuring a safe, engaging environment that supports their development.
Key Responsibilities
Session leadership & childcare
* Lead daily crèche sessions and support staff in their roles
* Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities
* Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for all children
* Monitor children’s development and maintain learning records
* Carry out progress checks (e.g. 2–3 year olds)
Safeguarding & wellbeing
* Ensure high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, hygiene, and care
* Identify and report any concerns (including additional needs or safeguarding issues)
* Provide first aid and respond to children’s immediate needs
Team support & coordination
* Guide and support team members to work effectively with children
* Allocate staff across activities and ensure smooth session delivery
* Work closely with Senior Practitioner, ESOL team, and caseworkers
Communication & relationships
* Build positive relationships with parents/carers
* Share updates on children’s progress and any concerns
* Liaise with internal teams and external agencies where needed
Administration & planning
* Complete registers, reports, observations, and planning documents
* Maintain accurate records (accidents, incidents, development logs, etc.)
* Prepare resources and ensure the space is set up and cleared daily
General Expectations
* Follow all policies and procedures (especially safeguarding and confidentiality)
* Contribute to team working, training, and service improvement
* Act as a professional role model at all times
Key Details
* Reports to: Early Years Senior Practitioner
* Hours: 27 hours/week (term-time only)
* Location: Shefford (Mon–Thu), Bedford (Fri)
* Salary: £13/hour + holiday pay
* Requirement: Level 3 Early Years qualification
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