Early Years Manager - May - Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire

Barracudas Activity Day Camps; Digswell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Early Years Manager in Welwyn Garden City. The role involves overseeing childcare activities, ensuring safety, and managing staff. Candidates must be Early Years qualified and have experience in a childcare setting. This position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Early Years qualified with experience in a childcare setting.
• Must complete mandatory training and have an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support induction training and manage high-risk activities.
• Enforce health and safety regulations and communicate with parents.
• Conduct observations and participate in activities with staff and children.

Skills

Childcare

Safeguarding

Health and Safety

Education

CACHE Level 3

Primary PGCE

BA Primary Education

Job description

Early Years Manager - May - Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire

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 will be issued at the 2023 wage level. The 2024 wage level will be effective from 1st April.

Report 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
• Designated Person (DP) for Safeguarding, handling child protection and safeguarding issues
• Update and communicate regularly with Area Managers and Central Office
• Conduct observations and participate in high-risk activities with staff and children
• Regularly check staff understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Main contact for OFSTED inspectors during camp
• Communicate with parents, complete administrative tasks, and manage Early Years staff
• Maintain tidiness of site and baserooms, and ensure equipment is stored properly
• Assess and review staff performance for end-of-season evaluations
• Support staff during sessions as needed

Requirements

• Attend mandatory senior training events
• Early Years qualified (e.g., CACHE Level 3, Primary PGCE, BA Primary Education)
• Experience in a childcare setting
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check via Barracudas or on the Update Service
• Satisfactory professional and academic references
• Attend and deliver induction training before camp opens
• Complete annual online training
• Coordinate camp pack-up at the end of the season
• Minimum of 1-2 senior staff members trained in Paediatric First Aid, depending on camp size

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow health and safety procedures diligently
• Proactively address safety issues
• Prepare for induction training using relevant manuals
• Evaluate staff at the end of their contracts
• Report child protection concerns appropriately
• Be aware of children with additional medical or dietary needs and assist with reasonable adjustments
• Administer medication correctly and document appropriately
• Bring swimwear daily for swimming sessions
• This list is not exhaustive; duties may vary based on organizational needs

Barracudas is an equal opportunities employer and requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Some convictions may be protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, 2013, and 2020. Guidance is available on the Ministry of Justice website.