See the recruitment pack here for full details on the role and how to apply. You can access the application form here.

About the role

The Operations Manager is a vital, hands-on leadership role, central to ensuring the smooth running of Easton Community Children's Centre. As a key part of our management team, the role combines practical problem-solving and building management with team leadership. Working closely with our Co-Director of Operations, you will ensure the building, people and systems all work together to support excellent care and education at the Centre. You will line manage and help develop operational staff, oversee facilities and contractors, lead on health and safety and operational compliance, and ensure organisational systems and processes function reliably. Your work will directly enable our team to safely and confidently focus on running an excellent nursery, putting the needs of children and families first. We will ensure you develop a great understanding of how to support our teams, and in turn our children and their families and carers. 

Who are we looking for? 

We’re looking for a reliable team player, who can keep things running smoothly and can lead by example. Your experience in operational roles in other organisations will have developed your eye for detail, problem solving skills, and understanding of good processes.   You are adaptable, and comfortable moving from leadership and planning to practical and administrative tasks with the same positive attitude. You’re a people person with experience managing a team, overseeing building management, and running HR processes We’re looking for someone who can uphold our inclusive culture, and set high standards across the organisation. We have a dedicated and diverse team and supporting them to thrive will be part of this job.  If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! You’ll be working closely with our Co-Director of Operations (Henri) and our experienced Office Manager (Naomi). There’s scope to focus your duties to focus on your interests and where you can add the most to our team.  You don’t need to have worked in Early Years or in a charity or non-profit organisation before, but you’ll be excited by the opportunity to make a practical difference to the lives of children and families in our community.  Not sure you tick every box? We’re interested in your experience, judgement, approach and motivation, so if you think this might be the role for you anyway, please do still apply or get in touch to discuss. Note that you are not required to hold any early years qualifications for this post.  Get in touch with Henri, our Co-Director of Operations if you want to discuss the role - howen@eastonccc.org.uk

How to apply

See the full recruitment pack here, with full details on the role and how to apply. You can access the application form here. All applications must be received by the closing deadline - 8am Monday 16 March 2026.

Other key benefits of working at ECCC

• Reduced Working Week: We finish at 1:30pm on Fridays.
• Generous Annual Leave: Over 7 weeks off each year, including a guaranteed 2-week break in December.
• Fair Pay: We’re a certified Living Wage Employer, with annual pay reviews.
• Generous Benefits: Enhanced pension scheme (5% employer contribution, 3% employee), anniversary pay bonus, enhanced sick and maternity pay, and employee discounts.
• Family Discount: A 30% discount for your own children at ECCC.
• Wellbeing First: Access to a health cash plan and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Delicious Perks: Free meals and snacks prepared by our in-house chef.
• Diverse & Inclusive: Work in a culturally rich setting where your unique perspective is valued.
• Community Impact: Be part of a charity that adapts quickly to meet the needs of children, families, and staff.
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development, training, and clear progression opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: flu jab, on-site parking, and time off in lieu for meetings and training.

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and leading a dedicated team? At ECCC, we’re searching for an passionate Senior Room Leader to shape the learning journey in across our two baby rooms working with children from 6 months - 2 years. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a supportive, community-driven setting, we want to hear from you. Apply now via indeed, or get in touch to find out more. Why Join Us?

• Reduced Working Week: We enjoy a 37.5-hour week and finish at 1:30pm every Friday!
• Generous Annual Leave: Over 7 weeks off each year, including a guaranteed 2-week break at Christmas.
• Wellbeing First: Access a health cash plan, regular supervisions, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Delicious Perks: Free meals and snacks prepared by our in-house chef.
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development, training, and clear progression opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Anniversary pay bonus, employee discounts, enhanced sick and maternity pay, and a generous pension scheme.
• Supportive Environment: Free uniform, flu jab, on-site parking, and time off in lieu for meetings and training.
• Diverse & Inclusive: Work in a culturally rich setting where your unique perspective is valued.
• Community Impact: Be part of a charity that adapts quickly to meet the needs of children, families, and staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Design and deliver engaging, child-centred learning experiences—indoors and outdoors.
• Champion anti-racist and trauma-informed practices in all aspects of your work.
• Manage an allocated budget to support your cohort’s needs.
• Support staff development through coaching, regular supervisions, and sharing best practice.
• Collaborate with families and the wider community to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging.
• Contribute to ECCC’s policies and continuous improvement as a key member of our leadership team.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and inclusive practice at all times.

Requirements

• Approved Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a UK Early Years setting.
• At least 1 year’s experience leading an area of practice.
• At least 1 year's experience of managing/leading a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.
• Passion for early education and a desire to keep learning and growing.

About ECCC Since 1985, Easton Community Children’s Centre has been at the heart of our community, offering exceptional early education. Our children thrive in our large gardens, creative studio, and community allotment. We celebrate diversity, encourage curiosity, and believe in providing “a sense of belonging, not just fitting in.” We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those who reflect the diversity of our community. Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

We are looking for two motivated and energetic Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner one for our Under 3's room, and one for our Under 4's room. We would consider 32 or 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Thursday or Monday to Friday (finishing at 1.30pm). We aren't just any nursery, we're an independent charity in the heart of Easton committed to quality child-centred early education. Our children love the centre for its huge garden which inspires risky and messy play of all kinds. Attached to our excellent outdoor provision we have a studio offering woodwork, clay and other medias as well as an allotment. We are proud of the role we play as educators in our community and are dedicated to developing quality practice and thinking about the ‘bigger picture’. All staff have opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills in all aspects of early education through regular training (in house and externally) as well as attending 6-weekly supervisions. We want to know what inspires your passion in early years and do what we can to keep that fire burning- if there is a particular area of practice you’d be interested in taking a lead in we want to hear from you! Anti-racist practice and trauma informed approaches are at the heart of everything we do, from our curriculum and learning environment all the way through to our policies, leadership approaches and staff wellbeing commitments. Apply now via indeed, or get in touch to find out more. Working at ECCC you can benefit from…

• 7+ weeks annual leave
• Health cash plan
• Regular supervisions to support your well-being
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Paid sick leave
• Free tasty meals and snacks from our in-house chef
• Bi-annual performance pay bonus
• Employee childcare discount
• Time off in lieu for meetings and training
• Generous company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Plenty of opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A vibrant and culturally diverse setting
• A management team that prioritises your well-being
• Free uniform

Some things to know about ECCC:

• Our Centre was established in 1997 and moved to its current location in 1999. We are an independent charity who is able to react quickly to changes and adapt our approaches to best suit children, family and staff needs.
• Our vision is to provide ‘a sense of belonging not just fitting in’. We explore ‘mirrors’ representing ourselves and ‘windows’ into other cultures through food, stories and lively events.
• We fully embrace diversity and the different perspectives, interests and strengths that make everyone unique and we believe this should be a personal value everyone who works here holds close to their heart.
• We comprise of Bumblebees and Butterflies (6mths-2yrs), Sunshine (2-3 yr olds) and Rainbow (Preschool). We have three outdoor spaces including one large garden plus access to a community allotment plot.

Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those which reflect our community.

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Room Leader to join the ECCC family to help lead our Sunshine room with 2-3year olds! This role is 37.5 hours per week with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those which reflect our local community. We are an independent charity in the heart of Easton committed to quality, child-centred early education. Our children love the centre for its huge garden which inspires risky and messy play of all kinds. Attached to our excellent outdoor provision we have a studio offering woodwork, clay and other medias as well as an allotment, and are in the process of implementing a forest school program commencing in the new year. Collaboratively with our current 2-3s Senior Senior Room Lead, you will encourage and motivate a team of staff, drawing on their skills and interests to maintain the best possible learning opportunities and environments available to our children. Anti-racist practice and trauma informed approaches are at the heart of everything we do, from our curriculum and learning environment all the way through to our policies, leadership approaches and staff wellbeing commitments. We are proud of the role we play as educators in our community and are dedicated to developing quality practice and thinking about the ‘bigger picture’. Room Leaders have a huge influence on ECCC's policy and practice. All leaders have opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills in all aspects of early education through regular training (in house and externally) as well as attending 6-weekly supervisions. We want to know what inspires your passion in Early Years and do what we can to keep that fire burning- if there is a particular area of practice you’d be interested in taking a lead in we want to hear from you! Apply now via indeed, or get in touch to find out more. Working at ECCC you can benefit from…

• 7+ weeks annual leave (guaranteed 2 weeks at Christmas)
• Health cash plan
• Regular supervisions to support your well-being
• Free tasty meals and snacks from our in-house chef
• Anniversary pay bonus
• Employee discount
• Time off in lieu for meetings and training
• Generous company pension scheme
• Enhanced sick & maternity pay
• Paid carers leave
• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform
• Flu jab
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bright HR Discounts

Some things to know about ECCC:

• Our Centre was established in 1985 and moved to its current location in 1999. We are an independent charity who is able to react quickly to changes and adapt our approaches to best suit children, family and staff needs.
• Our vision is to provide ‘a sense of belonging not just fitting in’. We explore ‘mirrors’ representing ourselves and ‘windows’ into other cultures through food, stories and lively events.
• We fully embrace diversity and the different perspectives, interests and strengths that make everyone unique.
• We comprise of Bumblebees and Butterflies (6mths-2yrs), Sunshine (2-3 yrs) and Rainbow (Preschool). We have three gardens including one large outdoor space, plus a community allotment plot.

Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Minimum requirements: · Approved Level 3 EY Qualification or above · At least one years’ UK Early Years experience · At least one years' experience of managing other staff members ECCC is committed to Safeguarding and inclusive & anti-discriminatory practice as a service provider & employee.