Tea Time Club Leader

Required: April 2026

Job Title: Tea Time Club Leader (Early Years Foundation Stage 3 - 5years)
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 2.45pm – 5.45pm (Term Time Only)

Grade: Level 5, SCP 8 - 12
Salary: £7,259.34 - £7,739.43 per annum (actual salary)

Closing Date: 20th March 2026 at midnight

About the Role
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Tea Time Club Leader to supervise and engage children aged 3 - 5 (Nursery and Reception) during our after school Tea Time Club. This role involves creating a safe, calm, and enjoyable end of day environment where children can relax, eat, and participate in simple activities before being collected by parents or carers.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for Nursery and EYFS children from 2.45pm – 5.45pm

• Serve light tea/snacks and encourage good table manners

• Organise calm, age-appropriate activities (stories, crafts, games, quiet play)

• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and happiness of all children

• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times

• Communicate with parents/carers at collection time

• Work collaboratively with school/nursery staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with young children (Nursery, EYFS, childcare, or similar)

• Level 3 qualification in Nursery Nursing / Early Years Childcare (Essential)

• A warm, patient, and positive approach

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• An understanding of safeguarding and child wellbeing

We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment

• The opportunity to work with a lovely group of young children

• Training and safeguarding support where required
   

How to Apply
Please contact Kerrie Lawton on 01702 478533 for an application pack, or email education@chalkwellhallinfants.co.uk.

Application packs are also available at www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk – select "Apply for this vacancy" to download an application form.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Kerrie Lawton using the details above.

For details of current vacancies in local schools and how to apply, visit http://www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk/