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Preschool Room Leader
Are you looking for a new opportunity to work as part of a fantastic and friendly team? Meldreth Preschool is at the heart of a lovely village community providing excellent early years education for children aged 2-4 years old.

About Us
Meldreth Preschool is an Ofsted-rated GOOD setting, proudly supporting the learning and development of children aged 2 to 4 years. We’re passionate about nurturing curiosity, encouraging friendships, and preparing little ones for the exciting journey into school life.

Pay: Point 5 – 6 (£13.05 – £13.26 p/h)

Hours: between 8:30am and 3:30pm Monday to Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced EYFS Room Leader to join our dynamic Early Years team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in delivering exceptional childcare and education, ensuring that children thrive in a stimulating and safe environment. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, and the ability to inspire and support a team of practitioners.

Ideally, you’ll have:

  • An NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent (essential)

  • Experience in at least one other early years setting 

  • A solid understanding of the EYFS requirements for 2+year old children

  • Good literacy and numeracy skills

  • Strong communication skills—with both your team and our parents/carers

What You’ll Get From Us

  • A warm and welcoming team with a wealth of early years experience

  • A supportive environment where your contributions are valued

  • Opportunities for professional development and training

  • A generous hourly rate for your time and flexibility

Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! To apply or find out more, please complete the form below and email this and a covering letter to head@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk

How to Apply

To apply for any of our roles please email me at head@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk with a completed application form and covering letter. I look forward to hearing from you.
 
Sasha Howard, Headteacher

Meldreth Primary School is a warm welcoming learning community where children and staff "learn together for life" with a commitment to high achievement and raising the standards of all.

For further information and a visit to the school please contact the school admin officer Mrs Paula Barham on 01763 260432 or office@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

‘Staff who responded to Ofsted’s online questionnaire said they were proud to be a member of staff at the school. The vast majority are highly positive about all aspects of the school’s work and feel respected and motivated by leaders.’

...'100% of staff would recommend our school to other staff' - Staff Wellbeing Survey...

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.