The Peligoni Club Childcare Manager
Job Description
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Childcare Manager looking for a job they love, in a stunning environment and that shares a commitment to providing a happy, safe and stimulating environment for children aged 4 to 15 to play, learn and develop freely.
The role is varied and challenging, looking after a wide range of ages and leading a small team of childcare professionals, curating a programme of activities that are educational, stimulating and fun for all age groups and ensuring effective communication with parents and carers, as well as the rest of the Peligoni team. Strong organisation skills are required to manage babysitting requests, staff rotas and to ensure that everyone involved in a specific activities knows exactly what is expected of them and when.
You will oversee other programme staff, including the ‘Rugrat Leader’ who will be responsible for leading activities for children aged 4/5, you will work alongside partners to ensure that everything has been thought through, activities are delivered with energy and enthusiasm and children cannot wait for what’s next on the agenda. You’ll also work closely with the Teen Leaders to ensure there is always something for everyone from age 11+ to take part in without it feeling too much like forced, organised fun.
In addition to fun-packed days, evening care and activities are also offered on selected evenings during both low and high season, as well as babysitting. You will also at times work in ratio yourself in the creche (low season).
In your spare time, as well as being able to explore the island and experience the local food and culture, you will have access to the club’s watersports facilities, allowing you to hone your existing skills or learn new ones in sailing and windsurfing.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure young guests receive the highest level of care
- Co-ordinate all activities for children up to 16 years, working alongside partners where necessary
- Train, manage and motivate a small team of childcare professionals
- Work closely with Teen Leaders, providing the necessary guidance and support
- Plan a stimulating programme of activities for our youngest guests, including ‘Rugrats’ group
- Create and develop a happy, safe and stimulating environment for our young guests
- Record keeping, where necessary
- Maintain a high level standard of health and safety
- Carry out detailed risk assessments
- Ensure high levels of cleanliness and hygiene are met at all times
- Ensure daily cleaning and regular deep clean of the crèche
- Report any maintenance issues within the crèche in a timely manner
- Communicate effectively with other departments who assist with the childcare operation
- Communicate effectively with parents
- Respond to guest queries and complaints in an effective and efficient manner
- Respond to any emergencies in an effective and efficient manner
- Host evening activities
- Manage all babysitting requirements
- Work within ratio during the low season and as and when required
- Prepare healthy and nutritious snacks for children
- Work with the kitchen team to provide a balanced lunch and supper for children, daily
- Ensure a high level of service is delivered at all times
- Build and maintain friendly relationships with guests
- Be able to talk to guests effectively about the club and what is on offer
- Build and maintain excellent relationships with other departments to provide the best guest experience, a positive working environment and a sense of team spirit
- From time to time you will be required to take on additional tasks and duties relating to the smooth running of the club
Abilities and Expectations
- Creative and energetic
- Fun and outgoing
- Confident and assertive
- Safety conscious
- Patient and sympathetic by nature
- Outstanding work ethic
- Excellent guest relations and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well on your own, as well as part of a team
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Flexible and willing to help others
- Be able to communicate effectively
- Excellent timekeeping and reliability
- Present a ‘can do’ attitude
Essential Requirements
- Applicants must have an EU Passport or valid working visa for Greece
- Minimum Level 3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education, or equivalent qualification
- Previous management experience in a similar setting
- Proven experience working with babies and young children
- Experience of working with teenagers is desirable
- Full Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable
- DBS Certificate
- Available for the whole season (May-September)
- A full Driving License is desirable
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Financial contribution towards travel to Zakynthos
- Emergency medical insurance whilst at work
- Live out accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on a daily basis
- Access to bikes and gym equipment
- Access to all watersports facilities available at the club, including tuition
- Discounts on food, beverage, motorised watersports and massage and beauty treatments