Early Years Manager - Summer - Romford, London
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.
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; oversee setup days before camp
* Complete paperwork and manage high-risk activities according to Barracudas Activity Codes of Practice
* Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment
* Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage by planning Explore and Play sessions
* Serve as the Designated Person (DP) for Safeguarding, handling 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
* Regularly review staff understanding of safeguarding procedures
* Main contact for OFSTED inspections on camp
* Communicate with parents, handle administrative tasks, and manage staff
* Maintain site and baserooms cleanliness; ensure equipment is stored properly
* Assess and review staff performance at season's end
* Support staff during sessions as needed
Requirements
* Attend mandatory senior training events
* Qualifications: Primary, CACHE Level 3, PGCE, or BA in Primary Education
* Experience in a childcare setting
* Legal right to work in the UK
* Enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or existing on the Update Service
* Satisfactory references
* Attend and deliver induction training before camp opens
* Complete online training annually
* Coordinate camp pack-up at the end of the season
* 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 concerns
* Prepare for induction training using relevant manuals
* Conduct staff evaluations at contract end
* Report child protection 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 duties as required within the organization
Barracudas is an equal opportunity employer. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Certain convictions may be protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). For guidance, visit the Ministry of Justice website.
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