Job Description

Join Our Team as a Creche Manager at Branston Golf & Country Club

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Creche Manager to lead our Creche Team at Branston Golf & Country Club. As part of a company committed to excellence and continuous investment in our services, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding childcare to our members.

About Us

Branston Golf & Country Club is a premier leisure destination offering a diverse range of services, including:

The Pavilion: Hosting weddings, events, and conferences Health & Fitness: State-of-the-art facilities and classes The Clubhouse Restaurant: A family-friendly dining experience Golf: Featuring a woodland-themed Adventure Golf Course

The Role

As Creche Manager, you will ensure our youngest club members receive exceptional care in a safe, stimulating, educational, and fun environment. The Creche itself is open to ages 0-5 years and extra activities take place during weekends and school holidays for ages 5-10.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leadership & Management

: Oversee the daily operations of the creche, including staff recruitment, training, and performance management. Develop and implement staff rotas for weekdays, weekends, and Holiday Club offerings.

Curriculum Development

: Design and implement age-appropriate programs aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, promoting holistic child development.

Compliance & Safeguarding

: Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation and guidelines, including Ofsted regulations, health and safety standards, and safeguarding policies. Maintain accurate records and documentation as required. It is worth noting that we are voluntary registered with Ofsted as we strive to provide the best care for our members.

Parental Engagement

: Build strong relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's progress and addressing any concerns promptly.

Facility Management

: Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the creche environment, ensuring it remains a safe and welcoming space for children and families.

Working Hours

The Creche operates from 09:00 to 13:00, Monday to Sunday. The Manager role requires working from 08:30 to 13:15, Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Flexibility to cover additional days for holiday cover is advantageous. This is a part-time position, averaging 23.75 hours per week.

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have:

A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent qualification At least two years of post-qualification experience in a childcare setting Strong leadership and organisational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Safeguarding and Paediatric First Aid qualifications are beneficial

Application Process

If you are passionate about childcare and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a covering letter.

If you have not received a response by 1st July 2025, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We reserve the right to close the recruitment process early if a high volume of suitable applications is received therefore, please don't hesitate to submit your application. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS and reference checks as part of the onboarding process.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.21 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 23.75 per week

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free fitness classes Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burton-On-Trent DE14: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have a level 3 Qualification in Childcare or Child Development?
Experience:

childcare : 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/06/2025
Reference ID: Creche Manager
Expected start date: 14/07/2025