Early education and childcare services managers

Description

Early education and childcare services managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the administration, support systems and activities that facilitate the effective running of nurseries and early education centres.

Tasks

• Directs and co-ordinates the day-to-day activities of nurseries and early years education centres
• Helps create a friendly, secure atmosphere to encourage the development of social and language skills and other learning
• Determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements and ensures facility meets health, safety, Ofsted and other standards
• Writes reports on children’s development and maintains awareness of health and safety issues
• Communicates with parents and colleagues on children’s development and well-being

Educational Requirements

Entrants will usually have a degree or Level 3 qualification in childcare and significant relevant experience. Early years teacher status may be required. An additional management qualification may also be required by some employers. Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications, professional qualifications and/or relevant experience. A DBS check is mandatory.