Jollytime Playgroup, OFSTED rated Good, is a long-established playgroup, with a good reputation and popular with local families. It is located in a small pocket park with its own pretty garden. The playgroup is one of the services provided by North East Mitcham Community Association and as such is a pack-away playgroup.
Person Specification and Required Qualifications
We are looking for someone with good leadership skills who is hardworking, bright and capable with a friendly and welcoming approach. A team player who is community minded.
- 2 years childcare management position (desirable).
- Minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Up-to-date DBS.
- 2 references from previous employers, the most recent from last child care provider manager.
- Basic IT skills.
- First Aid certificate (desirable).
Job Description
Start date: 1 September 2022
Term Time: 39 weeks per annum, with possible 2 weeks summer scheme additional.
22 hours per week (comprising of 15 hours contact time, 5 hours setting up, 1 hour staff related and 1 hour administration).
- Manage the day-to-day running of the playgroup subject to OFSTED requirements.
- Line manage a team of 2-3 play workers (including appraisals, supervision and training).
- Operate the new Early Years framework effectively.
- Good understanding of Child Protection policy and procedures, working in partnership with the Designated Safeguard Lead. Attend Case Conferences when necessary.
- Report to and work with Merton’s Quality Assurance team.
- Fulfil Senco role and attend relevant training.
- Chair weekly staff meetings and keep minutes.
- Respond to Council’s termly headcount and grant payments.
- Carry out regular risk assessments.
- Maintain good relations with parents.
- Manage waiting list.
- Ensure fees are collected on time.
- Maintain Jollytime’s good reputation.