Post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check: Yes
Probationary period: 6 months
Responsibilities include:
* Managing the out-of-school care program.
* Providing a safe and stimulating environment to promote learning.
* Updating parents and carers on children's progress.
* Recruiting staff and developing the nursery team.
* Keeping accurate records.
* Managing a budget.
* Ensuring compliance with safety and child protection regulations.
* Supervising staff and handling administrative tasks.
* Maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
* Developing and maintaining relationships with parents and carers - good communication is key!
* Ensuring health and safety measures are constantly maintained by completing risk assessments, reporting risks, and recording accidents and incidents.
* Running holiday club programs during school holidays and ensuring holiday clubs run at full capacity.
* Supporting the main nursery location during drop-off times when needed.
* Growing the client base, maximising occupancy numbers and growing a waiting list.
Must have:
* Full-time availability: able to work 40 hours per week between 7:30 am - 6:00 pm on weekdays.
* Full clean driver's licence and reliable transportation.
* Confidence in driving our nursery vehicles (small mini vans) is compulsory.
* At least 2 years experience working with children.
* Knowledge of safeguarding.
* Understanding of the importance of following and abiding by policies and procedures.
* Confidence to work as the Person In Charge for the setting.
* Understanding the importance of confidentiality.
* Childcare Level 3. Paediatric First Aid.
*Due to vehicle insurance stipulations, the successful candidate must be at least 25 years of age in order to drive nursery vehicles and meet the requirements of the role.
Preferred:
* Previous Management Experience.
* Child protection.
* Food hygiene.
* Experience of leading a CIW inspection with high level results.
40 hours per week between 7:30 am - 6:00 pm on weekdays.
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