Early Years Group Leader - October Camp - Bedford, Bedfordshire

Early Years Group Leader - October Camp - Bedford, Bedfordshire

Fixed term seasonal role - October

Hours of work : 08 : 30 – 17 : 30

Salary : £478.68 – £637.76 salary per week dependant on age, internal / external experience, and qualifications.  (February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2024 wage level. 2025 wage level effective from 1st April.)

Reportable to : Early Years Manager, Camp Manager, Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

EARLY YEARS GROUP LEADER DUTIES

• Ensure the Early Years Foundation Stages are implemented
• Assist with the set up and maintain a suitable base room area that is inviting for the children whilst ensuring it is kept tidy, and all equipment is packed away
• Follow policies and procedures to make sure the children in your care will have fun in a safe environment
• Follow the prepared activity timetable each day to make sure we deliver the variety of activity sessions that Barracudas promise
• Work with other members of staff to deliver sessions with structure and enthusiasm
• Be the children’s Key Worker and manage the exchange of relevant information regarding their experiences at camp
• Ensure that the needs of the children in your care are met with active supervision and attention throughout the day including breaks and lunch times
• Use the resources available to plan and deliver a variety of activities with structure and enthusiasm that are age appropriate to the timetabled group
• Encourage maximum participation of the children in the group whilst following OFSTED guidance
• Get to know the children in your group as individuals – find out their interests and incorporate these into their day on camp
• Take responsibility for general welfare and safeguarding
• Ensure the safe use of equipment provided for your sessions and ensure it is packed away appropriately
• Facilitate children’s development through Explore and Play sessions

REQUIREMENTS

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.