Playcentre Deputy Manager And Senco

We are looking for an outstanding Deputy Manager and SENCo to join the team at our Fortune Green Playcentre in the heart of West Hampstead.
The Deputy/SENCo will contribute to the management of the day-to-day operations of Out of School Childcare & Play services and supplementary play projects at our purpose-built playcentre, and to fulfil the role of named SENCo for the setting. Your responsibilities will be to work in partnership with the Playcentre Manager to create and retain a happy and committed staff team, lead them in delivering high quality play services that promote the children’s health and well-being, and assist in development of new play projects and services.
In return, we are offering the following package to the right candidate:
Salary: £18,508 per annum
Hours: 17.5 hours per week term-time (41 weeks per annum) + 35 hours per week during school holidays (11 weeks per annum).
Leave: 28 days per annum (including public holidays) pro-rata
Location: Fairfield Playcentre, Camden Town, NW1
The Person We Are Looking For:
To succeed in this role, you will have an appropriate early years, childcare, education or playwork qualification at Level 3 or above. You will also have experience managing staff and leading teams in delivering high-quality, inclusive play or childcare services.
You will be a team player with strong leadership and communication skills and be able to build positive relationships with people from all backgrounds, including service users, parents, staff and delivery partners. Additionally, you will be able to show us your knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, EYFS, Ofsted standards and relevant current legislation, as well as approaches for supporting children and young people with disabilities.
Closing date: Thursday 11th April 2024 - However, the role may be closed earlier if sufficient applications have been received.