Early Years Group Leader - Summer - Maidstone, Kent
Early Years Group Leader - Summer - Maidstone, Kent
Hours of work: 08:30 – 17:30
Salary: £421.52 – £628.71 salary per week dependant on age, internal/external experience, andqualifications.
(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2023 wage level. 2024 wage level effective from 1st April.)
Reportable to: Early Years Manager, Camp Manager, Area Manager and Central Office
Barracudas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expectall staff to share this commitment.
EARLY YEARS GROUP LEADER DUTIES
* Ensure the Early Years Foundation Stages are implemented
* Assist with the set up and maintain a suitable base room area that is inviting for the childrenwhilst ensuring it is kept tidy and all equipment is packed away
* Follow policies and procedures to make sure the children in your care will have fun in a safeenvironment
* Follow the prepared activity timetable each day to make sure we deliver the variety ofactivity sessions that Barracudas promise
* Work with other members of staff to deliver sessions
* Be the children’s Key Worker and manage the exchange of relevant information regardingtheir experiences at camp
* Ensure that the needs of the children in your care are met with active supervision andattention throughout the day including breaks and lunch times
* Use the resources available to plan and deliver a variety of activities with structure andenthusiasm that are age appropriate to the timetabled group
* Encourage maximum participation of the children in the group whilst following OFSTEDguidance
* Get to know the children in your group as individuals – find out their interests andincorporate these into their day on camp
* Take responsibility for general welfare and safeguarding
* Ensure the safe use of equipment provided for your sessions
* Facilitate children’s development through Explore and Play sessions
REQUIREMENTS
* Be working towards or hold a relevant childcare qualification
* Have knowledge and experience within the Early Years Foundation Stage
* Be aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract
* Be eligible to work in the UK
* Provide satisfactory professional/academic references
* Be enthusiastic, caring and organised with excellent communication skills and be able to useyour initiative
* Be able to adapt to effectively deal with unpredictable challenges within a childcare setting
* Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on theUpdate Service
* Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you’re new to Barracudas (see staff room for dates)
* Complete Online Training annually
* Attend Induction Training Day (this will most likely take place within the 7-day period beforeyour camp opens)
* Assist with pack up at the end of camp
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensure that the company fulfils all its Health and Safety obligations by carefully followinginstructions and showing a proactive and diligent approach to all safety issues
* Any activities that you organise and deliver must be appropriate for the children in your carewithin the scope of your qualifications, skills, and knowledge
* Encourage the children to take part in new activities and ensure the activity programme is asdirected on the timetable
* Ensure the children under your supervision behave in a safe manner. Always know thechildren’s whereabouts, respect them as individuals and communicate with them dailyabout codes of behaviour
* Carefully follow all camp systems, including registration and collection procedures, Healthand Safety systems and all guidelines on good practice in child welfare whilst supportingyour colleagues to do the same Be a positive role model to the children in your care by promoting a healthy lifestyle, goodhygiene precautions and always considering their welfare
* Report any concerns regarding Child Protection to your Senior Team or a Designated Personat the Central Office
* Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate and understand the requirements ofchildren in your group who may have additional needs (including dietary needs) or a medicalcondition
* Pending staff availability, you may be required to deliver Skills Builder sessions
* All staff may be required to support a swimming session – you’ll need to bring swimwear anda spare t-shirt will be available at camp
* The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform differenttasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall businessobjectives of the organisation
Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosureand Barring Service Check.
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