Deputy Manager (SENDCo)

Little Giraffes Ltd; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A new childcare provider is seeking a Deputy Manager (SENDCo) in Blackpool to lead the team in creating an inclusive environment focusing on children with Special Educational Needs. The role requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to safeguarding. This permanent, term-time position involves 41.4 hours per week, with applications closing on 10 October.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a positive experience for children, families, and staff.
• Lead by example focusing on SEND.
• Drive continuous improvement to support sector leadership.

Job description

Overview

Our Story Little Giraffes was born from one simple idea: to offer children the highest quality childcare through a bespoke holistic approach that sets new standards in the sector. Driven by a passion to give children the best possible start in life, Lance envisioned a space where inclusivity, learning, innovation, and quality were at the heart of everything. Recognising that the right team is the key to success, Lance was joined by James, who shared his vision. Over the course of a year, they worked to create what is now known as the ‘Little Giraffes way’ — a childcare model built on our core principles of being safe, open, and fun.

Our Services Little Giraffes provides Ofsted registered services to support families. Our current services are:

• Pre School
• Wraparound Holiday Club
• INSET Day Childcare

You have the opportunity to join a brand-new childcare provider with committed and experienced Directors.

Role Summary

The Deputy Manager (SENDCo) is part of the leadership on site, ensuring the children, families, staff, students, volunteers and visitors have a positive experience in line with Ofsted, EYFS and other regulatory requirements. They will lead by example, with a focus on children with SEND, fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment and driving continuous improvement to support us being a sector leader.

Working Hours

• Permanent Term Time Contract (38 weeks annually)
• 41.4 hours a week

Key Dates

• Applications Close - Friday 10 October at 09:00
• Interview Date - Friday 17 October

All of our key dates are pre-arranged and unfortunately, we cannot accommodate an alternative interview date.

Application Process

Please email [e-mail] for the full recruitment pack.

We are unable to consider CVs and ask that these are not sent as part of your application. CVs sent in via Indeed.com or other platforms do not constitute an application and will not be processed as such.

Safeguarding Statement

“Little Giraffes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to rigorous safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and reference checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Early Years Foundation Stage. Candidates will be notified in advance of any online searches that will be carried out as part of due diligence during the recruitment process and need to give their consent before any online searches are conducted.”