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Job description We are highly focussed on development and safety but also vitally important to us, is that our children have an enjoyable learning experience. We provide a caring, secure environment through individual attention and group activities and to organise an appropriate range of leisure activities for children between the ages of 3 to 11. Main Responsibilities: Delivery of After School Provision - To lead, manage and deliver quality childcare provision in a safe, fun and learning environment, to lead the Playworker team to fulfil the aims and vision of Beams of Light. - To manage, lead and motivate a team of playworkers to the deliver safe, creative and stimulating play activities to meet the needs of children aged between 3 and 11 years of age. - To endeavour to meet the individual needs of all the children attending the club and to provide a warm and caring environment. - Supervise children in all aspects of their play, indoors and outdoors, on and off site (including external trips). - Develop positive relationships with children and meet their individual needs. - Provide full care for the children including delivery of children to school, collection from school and the safe delivery to parents and/or named carers. - Act as Key worker and ensure all staff complete EYFS learning journeys competently. - Administer First Aid as appropriate. - Maintain a safe and secure environment by carrying out safety checks and report problems and risks to the centre manager and premises officer. As agreed with the centre manager to ensure day to day maintenance is upheld. - Prepare healthy snacks in accordance with the settings healthy eating policy and meet the required standards of hygiene, health & safety. - Establish good relationships with parents and the local school encouraging two-way communication, feedback and dealing with complaints. - Undertake cleaning and tidying duties and ensure rotas are adhered to. - Ensure equality and diversity is encouraged and observed by all playworkers and children attending the setting. Management and Administration - Lead staff meetings ensuring every member of the team has an equal voice to put forward ideas for activities, trips, themed days, fundraising events, and service improvement. - Undertake administration duties to support the management committee including staff appraisal, disciplinaries, performance reviews, record keeping and petty cash control. - To effectively manage the occupancy levels of the after school club, managing the registers, waiting list and offering childcare places. Promoting and marketing Beams of Light effectively to maintain occupancy. - Be aware of all up to date Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity practices and put into practice within the setting. - To act as the SENCO lead when the centre manager is not present. - To act as the Child Protection lead when the centre manager is not present. - To ensure all fire and safety checks are completed daily and ensure practice fire drills are rehearsed on a regular basis. - To ensure that adequate standards of hygiene are maintained throughout the after school club. - Develop professional working relationships with the school, all relevant professionals and authorities including the local authority and Ofsted - Maintain all records relating to the management of the setting ensuring confidentiality and data protection of the children, families, staff and committee. - Undertake training as required by the organisation or registering authority and contribute to professional development. - Ensure all staff complete mandatory training and that staff are encouraged to keep a reflective portfolio. - Be part of the recruitment team and ensure new staff receive a thorough and welcoming induction. - Work within agreed policies and guidelines and work within an equal opportunities framework. Ensure the setting is kept up to date with new legislation and guidance on managing an after school care setting, Ofsted and charity commission legislation. Qualification preference: Safeguarding training/ Child Protection First Aid Training Health and Safety Food Hygiene Salary - £18 an hour, 3 hours a day Location - Magdalen Road, London (Beatrix Potter School) Contract Type - Permanent, Part time, Employed Weekly hours - 15 hours per week Operates - from 2:45pm to 6pm daily - Term Time Only Applications will be considered as they are received. Interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close the adverts early for example, where we received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. Job Type: Part-time Pay: £18.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: DBS (preferred) Safeguarding Certificate (preferred) Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (preferred) First Aid Certification (preferred) Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 14/10/2024

As Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role supporting the homes Manager with the day-to-day operational running of the home, using your creativity, knowledge and integrity to guide, motivate and coach our Support Workers to achieve and maintain the highest standards when delivering care to our young people. Working in a challenging environment where no two days are the same, we are seeking a resilient individual with in-depth knowledge of working with young people whose needs are often complex: building positive relationships through patience and understanding. The role requires a dynamic individual with the ability to apply their previous knowledge and experience of children’s residential service, to ensure that Family First Care Services continues to enhance the lives of our young people whilst providing a progressive environment for their team. You will be required to demonstrate practical leadership skills, expert communication and the ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment, whilst following all current legislations and Family First Care Services own policies and procedures. If you are an inspirational leader, able to support, motivate and develop your team and the young people within our homes we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities - Working closely with the Management team and outside - agencies to ensure the young people receive the best possible care. - Working with all levels of the Staff Team providing supervision, ongoing training and leading shifts when required. - Develop and update a range of paperwork, including Care Plans, Behaviour Support Plans and Risk Assessments. - Running the home in the absence of the Registered Manager. - Build trusting and lasting relationships with young people offering them unconditional dignity and respect. - Continually maintaining accurate and clear record keeping. - Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young people and reviewing/recording any amendments to identified needs. - Provide encouragement to all young people to work towards achieving their goals. - Provide security and safety to young people. - Actively contributing to the development of the team. Experience or Qualifications Required - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent within Children & Young People. Willing to work towards an NVQ Level 5 in Residential Childcare. - Experience working with children/young people in a Residential Childcare setting, for at least three years - Experience in a supervisory capacity as a Senior or Deputy Manager for at least one year. - Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to disseminate information. - Experience of leading staff and decision making in a residential setting to ensure the best care for our young people, including staff reviews, supervision and professional development. - Ability to deal with conflict/crisis situations effectively and in a therapeutic manner when managing both young people and staff. - Flexible and responsive in order to meet the needs of our young people which can change day to day. - A genuine passion for care and to be motivated by contributing to the progression of others. - A strong team player. - Knowledge of the Children's Home Regulations and Ofsted Requirements. - Resilience to keep going at difficult times and to ask for support if needed. - Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Computer literacy and an eye for detail. What We Offer - Salary up to £35,000 per annum - Full Time, Permanent - 28 days annual leave - Pension scheme

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, well-staffed environment? Cybertots is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our team! We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and education to children in our nursery. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in childcare and early childhood education looking for a smaller company to work with. Responsibilities: - Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years - Plan and implement engaging activities that promote development across all areas (physical, emotional, social, and cognitive) - Maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive environment for all children - Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and staff - Observe and assess children’s progress, documenting their development - Collaborate with the team to continuously improve our practices and environment Requirements: - If your cup is brimming with emotional intelligence, you're just what we're looking for! We value staff who love what they do, are passionate about new ideas for inspiring children and go home with a happy smile from the amazing difference you make - Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education (or equivalent) - Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting (preferred but not essential) - Strong understanding of the EYFS framework - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - A genuine passion for working with children - First Aid and Safeguarding training (preferred, but not essential) Our Offer: - We offer competitive pay rates with a salary of up to £27,872 per annum for an experience Level 3 qualified practitioner and opportunities for professional development within our organization. - Starting holidays of 30 days (including bank holidays) which increases by a day each year for the first two years. That's 2 more days than the industry standard to start with! - A virgin experience to remember after 5 years to say thank you for your commitment. And a holiday in the sun for you and a friend after 10 years with us. - Access to Sovereign healthcare which is a healthcare cashplan offering money back for your day to day wellbeing and medical expenses including dentistry, osteopathy and optician. - A fantastic discount platform with Cyberperks which offers great discounts on every day purchases from supermarkets to clothes and holidays. - Fun and exciting staff outings paid for by us, as well as fantastic festive events. If you are enthusiastic about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you. Visa Sponsorship: We are able to offer sponsorship if you are already on a Skilled Worker Visa and already working in the UK.

Job Opening: Religious Worker at Pillars of Truth Ministry Trust Pillars of Truth Ministry Trust is excited to announce a job opening for the position of Religious Worker. This role does not involve core ministerial responsibilities. The individual will work under the direction and supervision of the Pastoral Board in alignment with the organization's vision, policies, and coordination. Responsibilities: 1. Administrative Support: Assist in administrative tasks and work closely with department heads in publishing, record-keeping, and facilitating team meetings. 2. Community Outreach: Engage and reach out to the community, with a special focus on the elderly, frail, infirm, and disabled. 3. Collaboration: Collaborate with other voluntary organizations to promote the well-being of the community. 4. Welfare Support: Work closely with welfare services to address the needs of the economically marginalized within the community, assess their needs, and respond appropriately. 5. Empathy and Listening: Demonstrate empathy and possess excellent listening skills. 6. Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of vulnerable community members and those with disabilities. 7. Awareness: Be aware of the needs of church families, especially the elderly. 8. Practical Support: Support practical aspects such as creating a safe working environment, providing a safe play area for children, and maintaining safe social spaces. Qualifications and Skills: - Strong organizational and administrative skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and external organizations. - Empathy and effective listening skills. - Advocacy experience is an asset. - Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of vulnerable and marginalized community members. - Commitment to creating and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and compassionate individual to our team who shares our commitment to serving the community and upholding our values.