Early Years Manager - May - Langley Prep - Norwich, Norfolk. Job in Norwich Education & Trainin[...]

Early Years Manager – May – Langley Prep – Norwich, Norfolk 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 (Contracts for February Half Term will be issued at 2023 wage levels. 2024 wage levels will be effective from 1st April.) Reportable 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 and oversee set-up days before camp begins Complete paperwork and manage high-risk activities according to Barracudas Activity Codes of Practice Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment Ensure the Early Years Foundation Stage is implemented through planning explore and play sessions Act as the Designated Person (DP) for safeguarding, dealing with child protection issues Update and communicate regularly with Area Managers and Central Office Conduct observations and participate in high-risk activities with staff while engaging with children Regularly check staff understanding of safeguarding procedures Serve as the main contact for OFSTED inspectors during camp Communicate with parents, handle administrative tasks, and manage Early Years staff Maintain tidiness of site and baserooms, and ensure equipment is packed away Assess and review staff performance for end-of-season evaluations Support staff during sessions as needed REQUIREMENTS Attend compulsory senior training events (details in contract) Qualified in Early Years (Primary qualification, CACHE L3, Primary PGCE, BA in Primary Education) Experience in early years within a childcare setting Eligible to work in the UK Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing one on the Update Service Provide satisfactory professional and academic references Attend and deliver induction training before camp opens Complete annual online training Coordinate pack-up at the end of camp Aim for at least half of the senior staff to be Paediatric First Aid trained, depending on camp size ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Follow health and safety procedures diligently Proactively address safety issues Prepare for induction training using relevant manuals Conduct staff evaluations at contract end Report child protection concerns to Central Office Be aware of and assist with children’s medical or dietary needs Administer medication correctly and document appropriately Bring swimwear daily for swimming sessions as needed Perform other duties as required by the role and organizational needs Barracudas is committed to equal opportunities. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Some convictions may be protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). For guidance on disclosure, visit the Ministry of Justice website. #J-18808-Ljbffr