Ladybird Kindergarten

Description

Job Title: Early Years (2-5) Deputy Manager Pay Range: £ 15/hr
Position Start: Immediate
Contract Term: Permanent

Ladybird Kindergarten is offering an outstanding, inspiring and dynamic EYFS practitioner/ teacher the opportunity to join our friendly team. Starting date: 22 April 2025

     Purpose of the job:

• To contribute to the provision of a safe, high-quality education and care for pre-school children • To fulfil legal and statutory requirements • To lead a team on a day-to-day basis • To contribute and implement pre-school policies • To deputise and take the appropriate level of responsibilities in the absence of the Manager •
Person specification: • Recognised Level 3 or above qualification in working with young children. • Sound understanding of child development and children's individual needs. • Ability to plan and implement a pre-school curriculum. • Commitment and understanding of diversity and equality. • Ability to work as an effective team member and own initiative. • SEND experience would be an advantage • Recognised and valued Safeguarding qualification at level 3 • Satisfactory enhanced DBS check which confirms suitability to work with children. • We are looking for someone who: • Is passionate about children. • Can provide high-quality teaching and be innovative and original in stimulating learning opportunities. • Good communication skills. • Able to develop strong relationships and promote positive parental involvement. • Have high expectations of yourself and of the children in your care. • Assisting setting up and clearing away all activities and equipment when appropriate. • Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8.30- 3.30 • Tuesday £ Friday 8.30 -13.00

• We can offer: • Enthusiastic and dedicated staff • Working as part of a team • Part-time position • Term time only • Would consider for this position to be shared between two people.

All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders that have been made against them.

If this position sounds like what you are looking for, we look forward to your application asap to arrange a meeting for an interview.

To apply for the position of Deputy Manager, please contact the Principal, Chris Harvey at chris.harvey@ladybirdkindergarten.com

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