Childcare Deputy Supervisor

Funtastic Kids LTD; Priestwood; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Funtastic Kids LTD is looking for a Deputy Supervisor to help run our Holiday Camps and Wrap Around Childcare for children aged 4-13 across Berkshire primary schools. You will supervise staff, plan activities and ensure safeguarding and safety throughout the club.

You will also manage a weekly/fortnightly food budget, coordinate cover staff, liaise with parents and school staff, and contribute to policy development.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Playwork/Early Years/Childcare or equivalent.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C.
• 12 Hour Paediatric First Aid.
• Food Hygiene Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Club and plan managerial tasks.
• Lead a team of playworkers and supervise children.
• Organise cover staff for sickness or unavailability.
• Direct playworkers to carry out tasks.
• Audit club resources and manage food budget.
• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety policies are followed.
• Plan activities to promote play and learning.
• Communicate with parents and school staff.
• Lead performance management of playworkers.
• Attend supervisor meetings once every half term.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Observation skills

Questioning skills

Confidentiality

Open-ended Qs

Good listener

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Playwork/Early Years/Childcare

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C)

12 Hour Paediatric First Aid

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

To support the Club Supervisor in the following:

• To supervise the running of the Club, in line with the company policies using the additional paid time before the club to plan and carry out managerial tasks
• To lead by example and set high standards to other staff in ensuring positive outcomes for all children attending Club
• To manage a team of playworkers, ensuring there is adequate supervision of children
• To organise cover staff in the event of staff sickness or unavailability
• To direct playworkers to carry out tasks and activities
• To audit club resources and food informing the Directors where stock needs replenishing
• To manage a weekly or fortnightly food budget and order the food to be delivered
• To ensure safeguarding policies are followed by all members of the Club team
• To ensure risk assessments are in place, and health and safety policies are adhered to and to inform school site managers and directors in the event of damage to school site or equipment
• To plan and devise the activities to promote enjoyment and play of all children attending the club, taking into account their different needs
• To manage fair and acceptable behaviour in the club, promoting respect, tolerance and social skills
• To communicate with parents and school staff (where appropriate) and give feedback, on incidents or accomplishments
• To ensure activities are run in accordance with the company's expectations and opportunities are created to enhance language, communication and basic literacy and numeracy skills
• To ensure the club setting is kept clean and hygienic throughout the duration of the club and ensure the club setting is left clean and hygienic at the end of each club day
• To support the needs of children with dietary, SEN or medical needs
• To liaise with the directors regarding outcomes of the club
• To lead performance management of playworkers and support their professional develop
• To attend a supervisor meeting once every half term with the Directors.

Scope

Financial Accountabilities: NONE

Staff Responsibilities YES

Number of employees managed/supervised: Usually 2-6

Safeguarding Statement

We take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously, and we work hard to make sure our organisation has effective safeguarding systems in place. We expect everyone working in the organisation to share a common objective to help keep children and young people safe by contributing to:

• Providing a safe environment for children and young people to learn, develop and play in
• Identifying children and young people who are likely to suffer significant harm and taking appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are kept safe both at home and in the club setting

We're looking for a nurturing, enthusiastic and reliable Deputy Supervisor who has previous experience working with children and a Level 3 Early Years Qualification!, Some experience of working with children in a school or play setting is essential

Experience of leading a team is desirable but not essential

Knowledge/Qualifications:

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Playwork/Early Years/ Childcare or equivalent/ Common Core Skills
• Good standard of general education e.g. GCSE English, Mathematics minimum Grade C
• 12 Hour Paediatric First Aid
• Food Hygiene Level 2

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead a team, promoting individuals' strengths and be able to identify and support weaknesses
• Good questioning skills
• Good observation and assessment skills
• Understanding of open-ended questioning and investigative work
• Understanding of their role to assist and supervise pupils on particular tasks and the expected outcome of individual activities within the allocated timescale
• Confidentiality at all times

Personal Qualities

• Use of initiative is very important
• Good problem solver
• Calm under pressure, adaptable and energetic
• A caring and positive attitude
• A good listener and sensitive to children's needs
• A sense of responsibility
• Positive behaviour management
• A good sense of humour
• Flexibility

Special Factors

• Responsibility for first aid
• Flexibility of working hours and some willingness to join our holiday camps as a supervisor (part-time or full-time)
• Be willing to attend supervisor meetings one evening per half term
• Be willing to give feedback on company policies and procedures and contribute as a manager to the development of the company.

Funtastic Kids LTD is dedicated to providing exceptional Holiday Camps and Wrap Around Childcare services for children aged 4-13 across primary schools in Berkshire. Our mission is to create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and grow.

Breakfast Club

Monday - Friday, 7:15am - 8:45am (including planning time)

Additional After School Club hours on a Monday may be available

Rate of Pay: From £13.75 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience