Early Years Manager - Summer - Godalming, Surrey

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Early Years Manager for their summer camps in Godalming. This role involves overseeing the induction and training of staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in childcare, hold relevant qualifications, and be committed to safeguarding children's welfare. With a focus on creating a safe and engaging environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives during their summer activities.

Qualifications

• Hold early years qualifications and experience in a childcare setting.
• Attend compulsory training and maintain safeguarding standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver induction training for staff and oversee setup days.
• Enforce health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment.
• Act as the main contact for OFSTED inspections and manage staff.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Safeguarding Knowledge

Health and Safety Compliance

Training and Induction Skills

Education

CACHE Level 3

PGCE

BA Primary Education

Job description

Early Years Manager - Summer - Godalming, Surrey

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 will be effective from 1st April.

Reportable 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 following Barracudas Activity Codes of Practice
• Enforce health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage through planning Explore and Play sessions
• Serve as the Designated Person (DP) for safeguarding, dealing with child protection issues
• Update and communicate with Area Managers and Central Office regularly
• Conduct observations and participate in high-risk activities with staff and children
• Monitor staff understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Act as the main contact for OFSTED inspections
• Communicate with parents, complete administrative tasks, and manage staff
• Maintain tidiness of site and baserooms, and ensure equipment is packed away
• Assess and review staff performance at season's end
• Support staff during sessions as needed

Requirements

• Attend compulsory senior training events
• Hold early years qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, PGCE, BA Primary Education)
• Experience in a childcare setting
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Obtain or hold an enhanced DBS check (via Barracudas or the Update Service)
• Provide satisfactory references
• Attend and deliver induction training before camp
• Complete annual online training
• Assist with camp pack-up
• Ensure at least half of senior staff are 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 at contract end
• Report child protection concerns appropriately
• Manage children with additional needs and assist with reasonable adjustments
• Administer medication following EI forms and document accordingly
• Bring swimwear daily for swimming sessions
• Perform other duties as required within the organization

Barracudas is an equal opportunities employer. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Some convictions or cautions 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.