Deputy Childcare Manager

Queen's University Belfast; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen's University Belfast seeks a Childcare Supervisor to lead a staff team delivering high-quality childcare. This role is key in ensuring compliance with childcare standards while supporting children's development. Ideal candidates will hold a QCF Level 5 Diploma and possess supervisory experience in a childcare setting.

Benefits

Equal opportunities and support for diversity initiatives

Access to staff networks promoting inclusivity

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working with children aged 0-11.
• Significant supervisory experience in childcare.
• In-depth knowledge of Children (NI) Order 1995.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a childcare staff team at Queen's University.
• Ensure delivery of a compliant childcare service.
• Support the University in achieving Strategy 2030.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

IT Proficiency

Education

QCF Level 5 Diploma in Childcare Learning and Development

Occupational qualification in early years education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Title: Childcare Supervisor

Staff are key to our success; therefore, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate skills and knowledge acquired through professional practice to ensure the delivery of a legislatively compliant childcare service. This service should support children’s all-round development, provide high standards of care, and deliver excellent customer care.

The individual will be responsible for assisting in managing a Childcare staff team delivering solutions to staff and students at Queen's University within a Care and Education (Educare) setting. The role ensures the setting operates within the legislative framework and supports the University in achieving Strategy 2030.

Candidate Requirements:

• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Childcare Learning and Development or Playwork; OR registration with a recognized training provider to complete QCF Level 5 within 12 months of appointment; OR a relevant occupational qualification in early years education, social work, nursing, teaching, or health visiting.
• At least 2 years' experience working with children aged 0-11 years.
• Significant supervisory experience in a childcare setting, including direct supervision of staff.
• In-depth knowledge of Children (NI) Order 1995 and Childminding and Daycare Standards (July 2012).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to operational issues such as staffing rotas and management information analysis.
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office.
• We particularly welcome applications from the Protestant community to address current staff profile under-representation.

Application Advice:

Ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document.

What We Offer:

Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and subscribes to Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan. We support staff networks like iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+), fostering an inclusive environment.

If you are an international applicant without a current visa, please consult our website to assess whether the University can support your visa application.