Deputy
Childcare Manager – Watergate Bay Hotel
We’re
here to share the joy of Watergate Bay for everyone, now and for the future.
That means doing everything
we can to make sure our team, guests and planet stay happy through the moments
we create and the impact we have.
Through
proper hospitality, active relaxation and thoughtful experiences, we create the
time and space for guests and teams to feel their best. Everything we do is
rooted in warmth, confidence and care — with sustainability and community
firmly at our heart.
Dedicated, loyal guests who
love what we do. A committed team with a shared outlook. An attention to detail
that pushes us to excel. A deep, instinctive care for the environment around
us. It’s what sets Watergate Bay apart
from other hotels and drives us to find extraordinary talent to join us.
Great
childcare environments don’t happen by chance. They’re created by leaders who
believe in the power of play and care deeply about nurturing both people and
potential.
Set within an Ofsted registered setting, within the hotel, we
offer supervised sessions to children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years
old and provide a babysitting service for children on request.
The outdoors is our playground, and we know how to make the
most of it, whatever the weather.
Our
Deputy Childcare Manager role:
We’re looking for an energetic, lively, and engaging Deputy
Childcare Manager to join our welcoming Watergate Bay Hotel team. As our Deputy Childcare Manager,
you’ll play a key role in shaping inspiring Kids’ Zone sessions, indoors and
out, and supporting our team with guidance and fresh ideas.
We
don’t believe in paperwork-based assessments and know the true power of play,
indoors and out. If
you’re an experienced leader, with the relevant NVQ level 3 childcare
qualifications and a likeminded view of what it takes to bring out the best in
every child whatever their needs and learning styles, it’s you we’re looking
for.
From in
the moment planning to spotting the small details that make a big difference,
your leadership will help create a space where children feel confident, curious
and free to explore.
What you’ll be responsible for:
* Deputising
for our Kids’ Zone manager to ensure a happy, confident, effective Kids’
Zone team.
* Delivering
sessions which meet Ofsted requirements at all times.
* Providing
quality play sessions for children in the Kids’ Zone aged 6 months – 12
years, through planning and organising fun, active, exciting and
age-appropriate activities, both indoors and outside.
* Understanding
children’s individual needs and the importance of differing learning
styles.
* Developing
good working relationships with parents/carers and other professionals.
* Supervising
and mentoring team members in their knowledge of the Early Years
Foundation Stage and all that it involves.
* Monitoring
and supporting team members in their personal development and training and
attentive to maximising the team’s overall wellbeing.
* Helping
with the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of how we do things, running
appraisals and supervisions as needed.
* Making
sure children are safe and secure at all times.
* Completing
daily administration tasks as needed.
Please note an enhanced DBS will be obtained upon employment.
What you’ll be sharing with us:
* A full
and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare
* Experience
of leadership and management within an Ofsted registered setting
* Experience
of safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour management and inclusion
procedures
* Proven
experience of delivery of childcare and play opportunities
* Experience
of working with children and families, staff team members, other
professionals, hotel staff and guests
* Experience
within a beach or forest school setting (desirable)
* Strong
communication and listening skills
* Ability
to remain calm under pressure
* An energetic
team player with positive attitude and outlook
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
* A
welcoming team, eager to support and encourage each other
* Excellent
career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Special
rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel
* Team
discounts on treatments in Swim Club
* Discounts
for you and your friends and family at: Zacry’s, The Beach Hut, and Living
Space Restaurants
* Team
discount at our Cubs coffeeshops
* Team
discounts at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses
* Free
surf lessons, surfboards and wetsuits hire from Wavehunters
* 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.
Our commitment to our staff is reflected in our
exceptional working environment – one that promotes work-life balance,
professional development, and a positive culture where everyone is heard and
supported, always.
Working at Watergate Bay Hotel isn’t just a job — it’s a
chance to help create something that really matters. Now and for generations to
come.