Daycare Leader
About This Role
The Trustees and Headteacher are looking to appoint a creative, energetic and capable person to the Daycare Leader role and to drive forward a highly committed team within our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ day care nursery.Essential Criteria
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Leader and/or Senior Childcare Officer
- Qualified to Level 3/5 in a DfE recognised Childcare qualification
We wish to appoint a member of staff who will motivate and lead a team of Childcare Officers. The post holder will model best practise to ensure successful outcomes for all children. You will help create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that will provide high quality care and learning experiences for children to develop within the nursery and work in partnership with parents/carers and the wider community.The post holder will be responsible for the management of the nursery on a day-to-day basis ensuring that all the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage are met.
Purpose of the Role:
To lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the daycare provision, ensuring full compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted standards.
To provide high-quality early education and care, ensuring children are safe, nurtured, and supported to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
- Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
- Support, motivate, and supervise staff, students, and volunteers
- Allocate and monitor key person responsibilities effectively
- Contribute to staff development, supervision, and performance management
Quality of Provision
- Ensure delivery of a high-quality EYFS curriculum that supports all areas of learning and development
- Monitor planning, observations, and assessments to ensure progress for all children
- Maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
Safeguarding & Welfare
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children at all times
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are understood and followed by all staff
- Liaise with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and SENCo where concerns arise
- Ensure health, hygiene, and care routines are consistently maintained
Partnership Working
- Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
- Communicate effectively about children’s progress and wellbeing
- Signpost families to appropriate support services where needed
Inclusion & SEND
- Promote an inclusive environment that meets the needs of all children
- Support children with additional needs in partnership with external agencies
- Ensure equality of opportunity for all children and families
Administration & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with GDPR
- Contribute to reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with policies including safeguarding, equality, and health & safety
Professional Development
- Keep up to date with current legislation, EYFS changes, and best practice
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD)
- Attend and contribute to meetings, training, and whole-school activities
General Duties
- Undertake flexible duties as required within the setting
- Contribute to the wider life of the Academy
- Carry out all duties in line with daycare and school policies and statutory requirements
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