Deputy Manager – Preschool & Wrap- Preschool & Wrap- Preschool & Wrap-arou

Deputy Manager Role Description

This is a full-time on-site position for a Deputy Manager at our Preschool & Wrap-around Care, located at Barry Primary School in Northampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall deliver of high-quality care across the setting.

Kids Stop Barry is set in its own dedicated space within Barry Primary School. The atmosphere within the setting is calm and relaxed with natural, neutral furniture, far removed from the sterile environment in the usual preschool. The setting has a courtyard for free flow inside to out and access to a playground.

We aim to provide the highest, consistent, and professional standard of care. The Deputy Manager will be responsible for ensuring that this standard of care is maintained.

The Deputy Manager will also be responsible for ensuring all team member’s practise is consistently stimulating to encourage children to develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively, ready for school.

The Deputy Manager will assist in the management of the setting, ensuring the provision of high-quality childcare services, and maintaining high standards of health and safety. They will be expected to supervise and support the staff, liaise with parents and external agencies, and contribute to financial planning and management.

Additionally, the Deputy Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing educational activities that align with Kids Stop’s ethos which includes music, arts & crafts, story-time and outdoor activities.

This position is a hands‑on role which requires the successful candidate to deal with a minimum amount of administration and a large amount of overseeing and participation in the day‑to‑day care of the children.

You will report to the Kids Stop Manager and play a key role in maintaining a positive, caring, and stimulating environment for children.

• A Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Childcare
• Significant experience in a supervisory role within a busy childcare setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and safeguarding requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage, prioritise and meet competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team, with a flexible, proactive and positive approach to problem‑solving and decision‑making
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety requirements, and relevant regulations and legislation
• Proficiency in IT skills and programs including Microsoft Office and Whats App
• Ability to mentor and train staff, and to work with a diverse staff team and families from different backgrounds
• Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, Food Allergens and First Aid also required
• Additional qualifications may also be required which can be discussed with the Kids Stop Manager. Driving license and access to a vehicle is preferred.

8:00 – 18:00 Term Time 38 weeks a year.

Kids Stop is closed throughout Christmas from the end of the school term until the start of the new term in January.

Flexible/tailored working days may be available upon request.

Additional hours also available:

8:00 – 18:00 Non Term Time (Holiday Clubs) 12 weeks a year, please discuss with Kids Stop Manager.

28 days including bank holidays. To be requested in advance and approved by the Kids Stop Manager.

Depending on experience, skill set, and agreed hours £23,465 per annum (Term Time only) or £30,875 per annum (50 weeks a year).

Pay rises are given annually to support with the cost of living and additionally based on good performance during performance reviews at the discretion of the Kids Stop Manager.

Kids Stop is an ever expanding company that aims to give it’s employees the opportunity for promotion. Positions are available within management which require a greater responsibility and offer a higher salary.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a 6-month trial period. Based on satisfactory performance and feedback from Kids…