Job Overview
We are looking for a Deputy Manager (who is also an experienced Level 3 practitioner) to join our well established small & friendly team. Here at Borden Village Pre-school, we have a beautiful purpose build building in a rural setting.
Working Hours: 8am – 4pm Monday – Friday, which includes a half hour unpaid lunch break. In addition we pay 1 hour per week extra to allow for our 2 termly afternoon meetings.
Salary: £14.00 /hour paid for 39 weeks, plus 5 weeks additional holiday pay.
Purpose of the job:
*To provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for all the children attending the Pre-school and to maintain a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment.
*Will fulfil the role of the manager in her absence, including responsibility for staffing levels and staff deployment within the setting.
General Responsibilities
1. To manage the Pre-school and undertake all the necessary duties in the absence of the Pre-school Manager.
2. To supervise relevant staff on a daily basis.
3. To model expectations to the rest of the team in all aspects of Pre-School life.
4. To supervise volunteers, students on placements and work experience in the Pre-school, including safeguarding inductions.
5. To work with the team, providing a stimulating environment for the children both indoors and out.
6. To ensure the Pre-School is a safe environment for children, staff and others and health and safety requirements are adhered to.
7. To be a deputy DSL in absence of manager; fulfilling all aspects of the role.
8. To provide a high level of care that will enhance the children's general health and well-being.
9. To act as a key person to a group of children and to ensure their needs are reflected in the planning of routines and activities.
10. To keep informative, accurate and up-to-date records, including records of progress and any behavioural or developmental reports.
11. To liaise regularly with parents/carers about their children's needs, interests and progress.
12. To arrange and attend parent's meetings to allow two-way discussion of their children's progress.
13. To contribute to and attend supervision and staff appraisal; with shared responsibility as an appraiser for others in the team.
14. To attend and at times lead elements of staff meetings.
15. To liaise and work in partnership with other agencies, both statutory and voluntary, where appropriate.
16. To participate in any fundraising events.
17. To attend any conferences, training events or meetings as identified by the Pre School Manager and to keep up to date with current good practice.
18. To adhere to the Pre-school policies and code of practice on confidentiality.
19. To perform any other duties as deemed necessary by the Pre-School Manager.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
NECESSARY EXPERIENCES -
· A minimum qualification of NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Early Years and Childcare development – must be on the DfE approved list.
· Possess or be willing to obtain a Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
· Be a DSL or be prepared to complete the training for the role.
· Experience of supervisory or management experience in an Early Years setting.
· Experience and understanding of multi-agency and partnership working.
· Experience of basic technology (computer, photocopier).
· Knowledge and experience of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, equal opportunities and confidentiality.
· Possess or be willing to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Deputy Manager : 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person