EYFS & Children Services Lead

At St Chad's Community Project we are on a mission to support our community to thrive. In 2024 we welcomed 21,817 visits to our building and our Family Support team worked with 1,546 families. We have an Ofsted rated 'Good' childcare service, deeply embedded in the local community of Bensham, Gateshead. We offer nursery, creche, out of school clubs including local school pick ups and holiday care for children aged 0-14 years.

This role contributes to our three-year strategy to empower and connect children and families through a "stepping stone" approach, supporting children at every stage of their development. Building on our core strengths and strong reputation for delivery, the postholder will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment while working in partnership with families to provide consistent, reliable support throughout their childcare journey.

We are committed to providing:

• Sessions that always prioritise the safeguarding of the children.
• Regular consultation with parents and children and listening to the 'child's voice'.
• Resources for children to plan their own play opportunities.
• A free flow environment allowing children access to the garden area at all times, no matter the weather!
• Ambitious play opportunities that promote the child's development, self esteem and confidence based on the EYFS & the Playwork Principles.
• A staff team that is qualified, approachable and supportive towards children's needs and the needs of their family.
• Services that will follow legislation to date, for example, OFSTED regulation, The Children and Families Act 2014, EYFS, Every Child Matters.

In this full time role, you'll play a key part in supporting the day to day running of our provision-leading with confidence, inspiring your team, and ensuring every child receives the highest quality care and early years education.

What we're looking for:

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Early Years
• Proven experience in an EYFS setting
• A caring, proactive, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong leadership skills and a passion for child development

What you'll be doing:

• Leading and supporting a team within the room
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
• Ensuring outstanding care and learning opportunities for all children
• Working closely with families and colleagues to deliver the best outcomes

If you're ready to take the next step in your early years career and be part of something special, we'd love to hear from you!

Closing date: 31st March at midnight

Click the recruitment pack below for full details and application instructions!