Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking to recruit a Deputy Leader to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for childcare and possess strong leadership skills.

Main duties of the job are

- To assist the Leader in the smooth running of the Pre-School, which is funded by the Education Authority and also provides Pre Pre-School places.

- Communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues

- Maintain a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to health & safety regulations

- Carry out regular observations, which will inform weekly, monthly and yearly planning. Ensure a rich and stimulating curriculum is being offered at all times.

- Setup the playroom each morning and tidy away at the end of each session. Ensure a good standard of hygiene is followed and equipment is regularly checked that it is safe for use

- Plan, prepare and take part in special events, including fundraising, outings, parent workshops

- Work within a rota to lead activities, i.e. story, songs, physical play, etc.

- Attend and participate in all staff meetings

- Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times, in accordance with the settings policy

- Take part in all roles including setting up and tidying the Pre-School environment both indoors and outdoors, cleaning and storing equipment, completing risk assessments, etc.

- Good knowledge of microsoft word

Qualifications & Experience

- QCF Level 5 Leadership & Management, or willing to enrol within one year of commencement of employment

- QCF Level 3 Children's care, learning and development

- 2 years experience in a Preschool setting, Preferably within an EA funded setting

- Knowledge of NI Preschool Curriculum

- Safeguarding & Child Protection, First aid and Food hygiene training or willing to attain

- Ability to communicate fluently in English

Benefits include:

- Working within a small team

Term time hours

Rate of pay will be discussed at interview and is dependent on relevant qualifications and experience

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.80 per hour

Expected hours: 26.5 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person