Jobs, fresher vacancy - Childcare Manager • Kent

Company: Premier Education

Kent

Monday to Friday - 17 Hours (Flexible for the right candidate)Are you a passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking to make a difference? Premier Education is hiring a Wraparound Care Manager to provide high-quality childcare before and after school. Our Ofsted registered wraparound centres in the Kent area offer a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children aged 4-11.As the UK’s largest provider of school physical activity and childcare services, Premier Education partners with over 2,500 schools nationwide. We offer flexible roles, competitive pay, and the opportunity to positively impact children’s lives through enriching activitiesOur Childcare Managers love the flexibility, fair working hours, and the satisfaction of seeing children grow. Join us in our mission to Educate & Activate the World through one of the most rewarding careers out there.Find out more about working with us - www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZljOq9ByIQWe are looking for an outstanding applicant with experience to assist in leading our Colliers Green CofE site, Cranbrook, Kent.Official start date: November 2024Key Attributes:Organized and Enthusiastic: Must be well-motivated, enjoy working with children, and take pride in their work.Reliable and Punctual: Must be consistently reliable with excellent time management skills.Confident Communicator: Must be comfortable dealing with parent questions and liaising with the school’s Senior Leadership Team.Responsibilities:Ensure reliable timekeeping and confidently handle parent inquiries.Direct staff to provide a stimulating and safe environment for all attending children.Collaborate effectively with the school’s Senior Leadership Team.Maintain high standards in wrap-around care that align with the school’s ethos.Manage weekly activities, menus, and communications with parents and school.Conduct regular equipment stock takes to maintain standards.Order ingredients for daily ‘healthy snacks’ for children.Responsively handle parent communications via email and phone.Ensure prompt reporting and logging of all first aid incidents on site.Organize CPD training for staff and develop termly activity timetables.Maintain accurate daily registers on site.Previous experience in a childcare environment is preferred.Essential:Experience working with children aged 4 to 11.Understanding of children's varied needs and family dynamics.Knowledge of quality play care principles and equal opportunities.Ability to provide and facilitate safe, creative play.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the organisation, parents, schools, and childcare and play-related agencies.Desirable:Level 2 (or above) qualification in Childcare.Experience in a play-based setting.IT skills for play and club administration.Ability to work independently.Training in safeguarding and child protection.Current 12-hour Paediatric First Aid Certificate.Food Hygiene Certificate.Full UK Drivers LicenseBenefits of Working with Premier EducationNew Balance Teamwear: Receive professional gear to maintain a smart image.Exclusive Equipment: Own set of tools to deliver top-quality sessions.Professional Development: Funding for skill enhancement and new qualifications through our unique in-house training.Ongoing CPD: Regular internal training to maximize your potential.Career Growth: Opportunities for management roles for the right candidate.Flexible Hours: Choose part-time, full-time or term-time; diversify your role with non-coaching tasks.Bonus Scheme: Performance-based incentives.Free Childcare: Access to holiday camps and extracurricular clubs.Company Events: Engage in team building and networking events.Monthly Awards: Recognition for high-performing staff.Paid Holidays: 4 weeks of annual leave.Overtime: Additional work available during evenings and weekends.We are dedicated to Safeguarding. All posts are covered by the Childcare Act 2006 and are subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure for regulated activity and satisfactory reference checks.