Deputy Preschool Leader

The Management Committee is responsible for the overall policy of St Comgall’s Pre School. The Pre School-Deputy Leader is accountable to the Pre School Management Committee through the Pre School Leader. The Pre School-Deputy Leader is responsible for supporting the Pre School Leader with the running of the Pre School. The Deputy Leader supports in providing a safe, welcoming, rich learning environment for children. The Pre School-Deputy Leader reports to the Pre School Leader. .

A relevant childcare qualification at QCF Level 5 (Diploma in Childcare, Learning and Development (Mangement) or equivalent. (We may consider applicants who are currently undertaking a course of study leading to a relevant qualification within 2 yrs.

Minimum of 2 years experience of working with children in a group-based setting in a paid capacity, in accordance with the Minimum Standards for Childminding and Day Care for Children Under Age 12.

Knowledge of the Early Years Curriculum. Knowledge of planning, observation, and evaluation. Understand the importance of parental involvement. Good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Good understanding of DHSSPS Minimum standards. Good knowledge and understanding of the NI Pre-school Curricular Guidelines. Knowledge of child development including age-appropriate areas of learning.

Leadership skills and ability to lead a staff team in the absence of the leader. Ability to record and pass on information accurately. Ability to plan and organise. ICT skills.

Ability to recognise and identify problems and deal appropriately with conflict. The ability to lift children and equipment when required. The ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.

The ability to create and maintain a safe and purposeful learning environment for 3 - 4 year old children. The ability and articulacy to interact effectively with young children.

Ability to relate effectively with all groups, parents, carers, children and staff. Demonstrate a good level of written, spoken and numerical skills. Enthusiastic with a genuine desire to work with children.

To always maintain complete confidentiality. Commitment to Ongoing Professional Development. A friendly, caring, helpful and patient disposition. An ability to ensure adherence to health and safety legislation and best practice.

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A BA in Early Years Childhood Studies or equivalent. Current Paediatric First Aid certificate. Current Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.Current Child Protection Training. (Within 2 years).

Any other additional and relevant qualifications associated with the Early Years. Early Years Inclusion Team Capacity Building Training. Experience as a deputy leader or in a managerial role.

Knowledge of all processes and documentation required for ETI in regard to Inspection. Willing to participate in school activities outside the hours for which you are paid e.g., training, meetings, open evenings etc.