Childcare Manager- Bradford £14ph

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Operations: Coordinate and oversee the daily operations of the setting. This includes planning and managing efficient staff rotas to ensure correct ratios and creating engaging learning schedules for children.

• Safeguarding & Welfare: Act as a lead for safeguarding, ensuring all staff understand and follow child protection policies. You will be responsible for maintaining a culture of vigilance and reporting.

• Educational Oversight: Track and monitor children's development using relevant frameworks (e.g., EYFS). You will ensure that observations are accurate and that every child is making progress toward their developmental milestones.

• Health & Safety: Conduct and approve rigorous risk assessments for the setting and outings. You will ensure that daily safety checks are completed meticulously every morning and afternoon.

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain the setting to Ofsted (or relevant regulatory body) "Good" or "Outstanding" standards, ensuring all documentation, policies, and procedures are up to date.

• Staff Management: Mentor, supervise, and conduct appraisals for the staff team, fostering professional development and a positive working culture.

• Parent Partnership: Act as the main point of contact for parents, building strong relationships and providing regular updates on their child’s wellbeing and progress.

Requirements (Essential)

• Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Level 5 or a Degree in Early Years is highly preferred).

• Experience: Proven experience in a leadership or management role within a childcare setting.

• Safeguarding Knowledge: Advanced understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures.

• Technical Skills: Proficient in tracking developmental data and using childcare management software.

• Compliance: Deep understanding of health and safety regulations, including the ability to draft and approve detailed risk assessments.

• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, time management, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Additional Requirements Included for this Role

• Pedagogical Leadership: Ability to lead the curriculum to ensure diverse and inclusive learning.

• Financial Literacy: Basic understanding of budget management and occupancy tracking.

• First Aid: Valid L3 Paediatric First Aid certificate/ relevant training can be provided.

• DBS: An enhanced DBS check is a mandatory requirement for this position

• Category: Nursery Agency JobsNursery Permanent Jobs
• Hours: 40
• Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
• Salary / Rate: £14 per hour
• Contract: Temporary/Permanent
• Job Ref: ZR_GBMan
• Call: 0113 328 0668