Head of Children

1 week ago

Thames Ditton, Surrey, United Kingdom Andrews Recruitment Group Full time
Job Description
Exciting Opportunity: Head of Childcare Services

Are you passionate about childcare and ready to lead with innovation and excellence? We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Head of Childcare Services to inspire and guide our dynamic team. Join us and be the driving force behind exceptional childcare, education, and family engagement

About the Role: As the Head of Childcare Services, you will be the cornerstone of our childcare operations, providing leadership and vision across nursery, junior activities, and baby-gym/crèche. You will ensure the highest standards of care, education, and safety, fostering an environment where children thrive and families feel supported.



Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Families:

  • Set and uphold the highest standards of childcare practice across all services.
  • Promote our diverse range of services in collaboration with the Marketing team.
  • Design and implement engaging events and communications to attract and retain families.
  • Address and resolve parent complaints and concerns promptly and professionally.

Education:

  • Oversee curriculum delivery and the quality of teaching and learning.
  • Ensure compliance with the Early Years Framework and statutory educational requirements.
  • Lead team training and professional development to align with educational advancements.

People Management:

  • Handle all HR functions including recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Develop and support your team through continuous professional development (CPD) and effective communication.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within your team and across the organization.

Operations:

  • Maintain and update departmental policies and procedures.
  • Ensure full compliance with OFSTED and Health & Safety standards.
  • Act as the department's consultant on Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO).
  • Lead operational processes and ensure the highest quality environment for childcare.

Finance:

  • Manage departmental budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting.
  • Set and monitor team targets to drive occupancy and profitability.
  • Optimize financial efficiency and adopt best practices from industry leaders.

Cultural Leadership:

  • Embrace and promote company values and culture.
  • Create an exceptional work environment and strive for outstanding customer satisfaction.
  • Drive growth and innovation, contributing to the overall success of the business.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • Achieve top standards in inspection reports.
  • Increase occupancy and profitability of the Nursery.
  • Expand the 6-16-year-old category.
  • Improve staff retention and reduce recruitment costs.
  • Develop and implement business cases for new projects.
  • Monitor and enhance employee Net Promoter Score (NPS).

Qualifications:

  • Childcare Level 3 qualification or above.
  • Strong ICT knowledge and understanding.
  • Proven experience in managing and leading childcare services.


Benefits

Additional Perks:

  • Salary up to £45,000 per annum.
  • Growth and revenue-related bonuses
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.

Ready to Lead and Inspire? If you're passionate about childcare and ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you


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