Early Years Manager - May - Long Road, Cambridge. Job in Cambridge Education & Training Jobs

Barracudas Activity Day Camps; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing enriching experiences for children. As an Early Years Manager, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality childcare, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Your role involves training staff, managing activities, and communicating effectively with parents and inspectors. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about early years education and ready to lead a team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be Early Years qualified with relevant certifications.
• Experience in a childcare setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver induction training and manage camp setup.
• Enforce health and safety regulations for a safe environment.
• Act as the Designated Person for safeguarding issues.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Safeguarding Procedures

Health and Safety Regulations

Induction Training

Communication Skills

Education

CACHE Level 3

PGCE

BA in Primary Education

Job description

Early Years Manager - May - Long Road, Cambridge

Hours: 08:00-18:00, Monday - Friday. (Total hours will not exceed 47.5 hours per week)

Salary: £580.24 - £718.65 per week, depending on age, experience, qualifications, and camp size

Note: February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2023 wage level. 2024 wage level effective from 1st April.

Reports to: Camp Manager, Area Manager, and Central Office

Barracudas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

Early Years Manager Duties

• Support and deliver induction training and oversee setup days before camp
• Complete paperwork and manage high-risk activities in accordance with Barracudas Activity Codes of Practice
• Enforce health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage by planning explore and play sessions
• Act as the Designated Person (DP) for safeguarding, dealing with child protection issues
• Update and communicate regularly with Area Managers and Central Office
• Conduct observations and participate in high-risk activities with staff and children
• Monitor staff understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Main contact for OFSTED inspectors during camp
• Communicate with parents, handle administrative tasks, and manage staff
• Maintain site and equipment tidiness and ensure proper packing away
• Assess and review staff performance at season's end
• Support staff during sessions as needed

Requirements

• Attend compulsory senior training events
• Early Years qualified (e.g., CACHE L3, PGCE, BA Primary Education)
• Experience in a childcare setting
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check (through Barracudas or on the Update Service)
• Satisfactory references
• Attend and deliver induction training before camp opens
• Complete annual online training
• Coordinate pack-up at camp end
• Minimum of 1-2 senior staff members Paediatric First Aid trained, depending on camp size

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow health and safety procedures diligently
• Proactively address safety issues
• Prepare for induction training using manuals
• Evaluate staff performance at contract end
• Report safeguarding concerns to Central Office
• Be aware of and support children with additional needs
• Administer medication following EI forms and document appropriately
• Bring swimwear daily for swimming sessions
• Perform other tasks as required by the organization’s needs

Barracudas is an equal opportunities employer. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Certain convictions and cautions are considered protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order, 2013 & 2020. For guidance, visit the Ministry of Justice website.