Early Years Manager

Early Years Manager

We are looking to recruit an Early Years Manager to join our team who is committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of care and education for all children in our busy setting.

The successful Early Years Manager will have:

• a recognised qualification in childcare, equivalent to at least Level 3 (however a Degree would be advantageous
• extensive experience of delivering an Early Years curriculum and, good knowledge of the Foundation Stage framework
• excellent organisational and communication skills
• a commitment to working in partnership with parents
• previous experience of managing and motivating staff, would be desirable

You will be supported by an experienced Deputy Head of Early Years  and be part of a diverse team which includes a chef, house keeper and administrative support.

Creating an inspirational neighbourhood.

We are a social enterprise working in Waterloo and North Southwark, London SE1. From a derelict site in 1984, we have created a thriving, diverse, vibrant and welcoming ‘mixed use’ neighbourhood – a place for people to live, work and play.

Income that we generate is invested in the neighbourhood. It is used to improve and maintain our assets including managing and maintaining Bernie Spain Gardens and the riverside walkway, providing a range of programmes and activities for local people.

With 85 employees across nine teams, our ambition is to remain financially independent so that we are here for the long run, striving for high quality in all we do.

In return we can offer the new Early Years Manager :

• 27 days’ annual leave (excluding bank holidays) pro rata for part time staff
• 9% employer pension contribution
• Health and wellbeing package including free gym membership and a confidential employee assistance programme
• Commitment to training and development

The closing date is the 30 June 2019. We are happy to have a discussion about flexible working arrangements.

To apply, you must submit an up to date CV and the supporting questions form. The equal opportunities form is optional. CV’s in isolation will not be considered.

Please apply, please send your completed application to recruitment@coinstreet.org. 

Coin Street Community Builders strives to be an equal opportunities organisation and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Our values are:

• Creative: By looking for solutions rather than problems I will find better ways of doing things
• Collaborative: By respecting the views of others we will learn, grow and achieve more together
• Committed: I do what I say I am going to do and do the best job I can.

The 3 Cs are lived by all staff at CSCB. You will be expected to demonstrate your understanding of the behaviours associated with these values during the recruitment process.