Early Years Manager - May - Langley Prep - Norwich, Norfolk

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

Job summary

An established industry player in children's activity camps is seeking an Early Years Manager to oversee camp operations in Norwich. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of children while implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will lead staff training, enforce health regulations, and act as the main contact for inspections. Join a dedicated team committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can explore and play. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in early childhood education while enjoying a supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Relevant Early Years qualifications required.
• Experience in early years within a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver induction training before camp begins.
• Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment.
• Serve as the main contact for OFSTED inspections.

Skills

Safeguarding

Health and Safety Regulations

Early Years Foundation Stage

Child Protection

Communication

Education

CACHE Level 3

PGCE

BA Primary Education

Job description

Early Years Manager - May - Langley Prep - Norwich, Norfolk

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: Contracts for February Half Term will be issued at 2023 wage levels. 2024 wage levels are effective from 1st April.

Reporting 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

1. Support and deliver induction training and oversee setup days before camp begins.
2. Complete paperwork and conduct high-risk activities following Barracudas Activity Codes of Practice.
3. Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment.
4. Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage by planning Explore and Play sessions.
5. Serve as the Designated Person (DP) for safeguarding, handling child protection issues.
6. Update and communicate regularly with Area Managers and Central Office.
7. Observe and participate in high-risk activities with staff and children.
8. Ensure staff understand safeguarding procedures.
9. Act as the main contact for OFSTED inspections.
10. Communicate with parents, handle administrative tasks, and manage staff.
11. Maintain tidiness of site and baserooms, and ensure equipment is stored properly.
12. Assess staff performance at the end of the season.
13. Support staff during sessions as needed.

Requirements

• Attend compulsory senior training events.
• Hold relevant Early Years qualifications (e.g., CACHE L3, PGCE, BA Primary Education).
• Experience in early years within a childcare setting.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Obtain or hold an enhanced DBS check.
• Provide professional/academic references.
• Participate in 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 to be 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 relevant manuals.
• Evaluate staff performance at contract end.
• Report safeguarding concerns to Central Office.
• Be aware of children’s additional needs and support reasonable adjustments.
• Administer medication following EI forms and document properly.
• Bring swimwear daily for swimming sessions if needed.
• Perform other duties as required by your role and organizational needs.

Barracudas is an equal opportunities employer. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Some convictions may be protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 & 2020), which do not need to be disclosed or can be disregarded if disclosed. Further guidance is available on the Ministry of Justice website.