Lead Infant Teacher

Learning Experience Corp; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in Chester seeks a Lead Infant Teacher responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment for infants. This role includes developing age-appropriate curriculum, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering communication with families. Candidates should have a CDA credential and prior experience in an infant classroom.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Qualifications

• Minimum of a CDA credential; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in an infant classroom.
• Strong understanding of infant development and early learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Provide consistent, nurturing care including feeding, diapering, and individualized attention.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom according to regulations.

Skills

Warm, nurturing, and patient demeanor

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent time management and organizational abilities

Collaborative mindset

Commitment to continuous learning

Education

CDA (Child Development Associate) credential

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants (typically ages 6 weeks to 12 months). This role includes developing age-appropriate curriculum, ensuring health and safety compliance, and fostering strong communication with families. The Lead Teacher serves as a role model for assistant teachers and works collaboratively with the center leadership to promote high-quality early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Leadership:
  
  • Develop and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development.
• • Create a warm, responsive, and respectful classroom environment.
• • Guide and support assistant teachers in daily routines and interactions.
• Infant Care:
  
  • Provide consistent, nurturing care including feeding, diapering, napping, and individualized attention.
• • Observe and document developmental milestones and communicate progress to parents.
• Health & Safety:
  
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom in accordance with licensing regulations and center policies.
• • Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including diapering, sanitizing, and safe sleep practices.
• Family Engagement:
  
  • Build strong relationships with families through daily communication, conferences, and progress updates.
• • Address parent concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Team Collaboration:
  
  • Serve as a mentor and leader within the classroom team.
• • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and center events.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in an infant classroom.
• Strong understanding of infant development and early learning principles.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks associated with infant care.

Skills & Competencies:

• Warm, nurturing, and patient demeanor
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Team player with a collaborative mindset
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth