Job Description

Childcare Manager

Watergate Bay Hotel - a place to take your childcare career to new heights. With a team that vales connection, flexibility, variety and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact on our guest's holiday. Our three core values- We Care, We Notice, We Change - show what it means to work for a hotel which goes above and beyond for our team and guests. At Watergate Bay, we don't just provide a place for our guests to rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a lifetime.


Do you want to experience childcare in a different light? Do you live for the smiles your ideas bring to kids' and adults' faces alike? Do you forge bonds quickly and thrive on a varied working day where imagination, play and the wonder of the outdoors take centre stage?

The role

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Full time: 38 hours over 4 days.


We're looking for an energetic, positive Childcare Manager to lead our Kids' Zone family, ensuring that our team and the children who join us have stellar experiences.


We are an Ofsted registered setting within the hotel offering supervised sessions to guests' children as well as non-residents. We care for children aged 6 months to 12 years old and provide a babysitting service for children as young as 3 months.


We know the true power of play, indoors and out and would rather spend our time providing quality play sessions than completing paperwork-based assessments. The beach is our playground and we know how to make the most of being so close to it, whatever the weather.


We seek an experienced leader, with the relevant NVQ level 3 childcare qualifications and minimum two years' management experience in an Early Years setting. If you're a dynamic individual with a likeminded view of what it takes to bring out the best in every practitioner and child, whatever their needs and learning styles, it's you we're looking for.


You'll be a true team player with a love for the outdoors, able to spot the little things that make a difference and see where others need help and advice. You'll be full of fresh ideas to make each Kids' Zone session shine, from supporting team development to pre-planning activities, as well as doing 'in-the-moment planning' and 'loose parts' play.


In return for your energy and commitment, you'll find yourself in a team with a shared outlook on life where friendship, connection, flexibility, variety and challenge make every working day worthwhile. You'll be part of a community that values excellence, innovation, and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment to our team is reflected in our exceptional working environment - one that promotes work-life balance, professional development, and plenty of opportunities for growth.

What your days could look like:

Manage facilities and team for effective childcare, adhering setting policies. Maintain a safe and stimulating environment reflecting our core values. Recruit and induct team, undertake and deliver relevant training, manage budgets, and hold regular team meetings. Ensure personal development with up-to-date knowledge and skills Supervise team, evaluate practices, and enforce health & safety and food safety requirements. Develop and implement policies, ensure inclusivity, and be present during Ofsted inspections. Provide quality play experiences, assess individual needs, and encourage parent feedback. Understand and address children's individual needs and facilitate smooth transitions. Maintain attendance records, clean equipment, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Take on a mixture of day and evening shifts throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays.

Job skills & requirements:

A recognised and relevant level 3 qualification or above in Early Years. Must have minimum 2 years' experience of working in a management position within an Early Years childcare setting. Experience of Safeguarding Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Statutory Guidelines. Proven experience of understanding the importance of confidentiality and the ability to manage challenging situations sensitively Ability to manage inclusive practice Good communicator Calm under pressure Energetic team player with positive attitude and outlook An enhanced DBS will be obtained upon employment

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 Special rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel Discounts on treatments in Swim Club Discounts for you and your friends and family at our restaurants: Zacry's, The Beach Hut and Living Space Discount at Cubs coffee shops Discounts at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses 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. Working at Watergate Bay Hotel isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our guests and team remember for a lifetime.


If you would love to join us as our Childcare Manager, apply now and be part of our journey at Watergate Bay Hotel, a wonderful place to work.


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