Childcare Manager
Watergate
Bay Hotel – a place to take your childcare career to new heights. With a team
that vales connection, flexibility, variety and challenge, we’re all about
making a meaningful impact on our guest’s holiday. Our three core values- We
Care, We Notice, We Change – show what it means to work for a hotel which goes
above and beyond for our team and guests. At Watergate Bay, we don’t just
provide a place for our guests to rest their heads – we create memorable
experiences that they’ll remember for a lifetime.
Do you want
to experience childcare in a different light? Do you live for the smiles your
ideas bring to kids’ and adults’ faces alike? Do you forge bonds quickly and
thrive on a varied working day where imagination, play and the wonder of the
outdoors take centre stage?
The role:
Full time:
38 hours over 4 days.
We’re looking
for an energetic, positive Childcare Manager to lead our Kids’ Zone family, ensuring
that our team and the children who join us have stellar experiences.
We are an
Ofsted registered setting within the hotel offering supervised sessions to
guests’ children as well as non-residents. We care for children aged 6 months to
12 years old and provide a babysitting service for children as young as 3
months.
We know the
true power of play, indoors and out and would rather spend our time providing
quality play sessions than completing paperwork-based assessments. The beach is
our playground and we know how to make the most of being so close to it,
whatever the weather.
We seek an
experienced leader, with the relevant NVQ level 3 childcare qualifications and minimum
two years’ management experience in an Early Years setting. If you’re a dynamic
individual with a likeminded view of what it takes to bring out the best in
every practitioner and child, whatever their needs and learning styles, it’s
you we’re looking for.
You’ll be a
true team player with a love for the outdoors, able to spot the little things
that make a difference and see where others need help and advice. You’ll be
full of fresh ideas to make each Kids’ Zone session shine, from supporting team
development to pre-planning activities, as well as doing ‘in-the-moment
planning’ and ‘loose parts’ play.
In return
for your energy and commitment, you’ll find yourself in a team with a shared
outlook on life where friendship, connection, flexibility, variety and
challenge make every working day worthwhile. You’ll be part of a community that
values excellence, innovation, and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment
to our team is reflected in our exceptional working environment – one that
promotes work-life balance, professional development, and plenty of
opportunities for growth.
What your days could look like:
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Manage facilities and team for effective childcare, adhering setting policies.
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Maintain a safe and stimulating environment reflecting our core values.
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Recruit and induct team, undertake and deliver relevant training, manage
budgets, and hold regular team meetings.
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Ensure personal development with up-to-date knowledge and skills
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Supervise team, evaluate practices, and enforce health & safety and
food safety requirements.
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Develop and implement policies, ensure inclusivity, and be present
during Ofsted inspections.
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Provide quality play experiences, assess individual needs, and encourage
parent feedback.
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Understand and address children's individual needs and facilitate smooth
transitions. Maintain attendance records, clean equipment, and collaborate with
a multi-disciplinary team.
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Take on a mixture of day and evening shifts throughout the year,
including weekends and public holidays.
Job skills & requirements:
* A
recognised and relevant level 3 qualification or above in Early Years. Must
have minimum 2 years’ experience of working in a management position
within an Early Years childcare setting.
* Experience
of Safeguarding
* Comprehensive
knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Statutory Guidelines.
* Proven
experience of understanding the importance of confidentiality and the
ability to manage challenging situations sensitively
* Ability
to manage inclusive practice
* Good communicator
* Calm
under pressure
* Energetic
team player with positive attitude and outlook
* An
enhanced DBS will be obtained upon employment
What we can
offer in return:
* A
relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – at one of
the UK’s most striking beaches
* Special
rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel
* Discounts
on treatments in Swim Club
* Discounts
for you and your friends and family at our restaurants: Zacry’s, The Beach
Hut and Living Space
* Discount
at Cubs coffee shops
* Discounts
at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses
* Team
social events throughout the year
* Team
assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on
topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From
discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about
helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located on the
sunny, sandy, Cornish coast, you'll never be short on inspiration. Working at
Watergate Bay Hotel isn't just a job - it's a transformative career
opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our
guests and team remember for a lifetime.
If you would love to join us as our Childcare Manager, apply now and be part of our journey at Watergate Bay Hotel, a wonderful place to work.