Childcare Manager / Early Years Manager – Another Place, The Lake (Hotel) | Kids Zone Manager

We’re looking for an energetic, positive Childcare Manager (or Early Years Manager) to lead our Kids’ Zone family.

We know the true power of play, indoors and out, and would rather spend our time providing quality play sessions than completing paperwork-based assessments.

We are an Ofsted registered setting, within the hotel, offering supervised sessions to guests’ children as well as non-residents. 

Salary - £33k - £36k + share of tips monthly

Holiday entitlement - 28 days (including bank holidays)

Our Childcare Manager role:

We’re seeking an experienced leader with the relevant NVQ level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent), and proven management experience in an Early Years setting.

The outdoors is our playground, and we know how to make the most of it, whatever the weather. We care for children aged 6 months to 12 years old and provide a babysitting service for children on request.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours over 5 days, and job sharing of the position could be considered.

As our Childcare Manager you’ll be:

• Managing the setting and team for effective childcare, adhering to the Statutory Framework and company policies.
• Maintaining a safe and stimulating environment.
• Motivating and supporting team on a daily basis.
• Ensuring every child receives a high-quality play session, where they can make new friendships and learn new skills.
• Being a positive role model through delivering hands on sessions, assessing individual needs, facilitating smooth transitions with parents.
• Ensuring the setting and team are always Ofsted ready. Leading the team through subsequent Ofsted inspections.
• Collaborating with team in developing and implementing policies, ensuring inclusivity.
• Recruiting and inducting team, undertake and deliver relevant training, lead regular team training sessions and evaluate practices.
• Ensuring personal development with up-to-date knowledge and skills.
• Enforcing health & safety and food safety requirements.
• Taking on a mixture of day and evening shifts throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays.
• A recognised and relevant level 3 qualification or equivalent in Early Years.
• Proven experience of Safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Statutory Framework.
• Ability to manage inclusive practice with a knowledge of SEND.

What we’ll offer you:

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – right on the shores of Ullswater
• Meals and drinks whilst on duty
• Uniform (provided)
• Share of hotel tips monthly
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay Hotels
• Discounts on our swim club, treatments and lake activities
• Food and drink discounts across our restaurants and The Brackenrigg Inn pub
• Discount on food when on shift
• Your birthday day as extra day off (eligible after 12-months)
• Health care cash plan (eligible after 6-months)
• Free onsite parking
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances

Please note an enhanced DBS will be obtained upon employment.

Why us?

Another Place – a place to take your career to new heights. With a team that values connection, flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact.

An unforgettable holiday experience amidst 18 acres of Lake District National Park, Another Place offers a private lake shore and views over Ullswater and the fells. For our guests, how their stay makes them feel is crucial; cared about, looked after, welcome. It’s the heart and soul of our active relaxation concept, made possible by the people on our team.

We don't just provide a place for our guests to rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a lifetime.

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in 18 acres of Lake District National Park, you'll never be short on inspiration. 

If you would love to join us as our Childcare Manager in our Kids Zone apply now and be part of our journey at The Lake, a wonderful place to work.

Childcare Manager / Early Years Manager – Another Place, The Lake (Hotel) | Kids Zone Manager

We’re looking for an energetic, positive Childcare Manager (or Early Years Manager) to lead our Kids’ Zone family.

We know the true power of play, indoors and out, and would rather spend our time providing quality play sessions than completing paperwork-based assessments.

We are an Ofsted registered setting, within the hotel, offering supervised sessions to guests’ children as well as non-residents. 

Salary - £33k - £36k + share of tips monthly

Holiday entitlement - 28 days (including bank holidays)

Our Childcare Manager role:

We’re seeking an experienced leader with the relevant NVQ level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent), and proven management experience in an Early Years setting.

The outdoors is our playground, and we know how to make the most of it, whatever the weather. We care for children aged 6 months to 12 years old and provide a babysitting service for children on request.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours over 5 days, and job sharing of the position could be considered.

As our Childcare Manager you’ll be:

• Managing the setting and team for effective childcare, adhering to the Statutory Framework and company policies.
• Maintaining a safe and stimulating environment.
• Motivating and supporting team on a daily basis.
• Ensuring every child receives a high-quality play session, where they can make new friendships and learn new skills.
• Being a positive role model through delivering hands on sessions, assessing individual needs, facilitating smooth transitions with parents.
• Ensuring the setting and team are always Ofsted ready. Leading the team through subsequent Ofsted inspections.
• Collaborating with team in developing and implementing policies, ensuring inclusivity.
• Recruiting and inducting team, undertake and deliver relevant training, lead regular team training sessions and evaluate practices.
• Ensuring personal development with up-to-date knowledge and skills.
• Enforcing health & safety and food safety requirements.
• Taking on a mixture of day and evening shifts throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays.
• A recognised and relevant level 3 qualification or equivalent in Early Years.
• Proven experience of Safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Statutory Framework.
• Ability to manage inclusive practice with a knowledge of SEND.

What we’ll offer you:

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – right on the shores of Ullswater
• Meals and drinks whilst on duty
• Uniform (provided)
• Share of hotel tips monthly
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay Hotels
• Discounts on our swim club, treatments and lake activities
• Food and drink discounts across our restaurants and The Brackenrigg Inn pub
• Discount on food when on shift
• Your birthday day as extra day off (eligible after 12-months)
• Health care cash plan (eligible after 6-months)
• Free onsite parking
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances

Please note an enhanced DBS will be obtained upon employment.

Why us?

Another Place – a place to take your career to new heights. With a team that values connection, flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact.

An unforgettable holiday experience amidst 18 acres of Lake District National Park, Another Place offers a private lake shore and views over Ullswater and the fells. For our guests, how their stay makes them feel is crucial; cared about, looked after, welcome. It’s the heart and soul of our active relaxation concept, made possible by the people on our team.

We don't just provide a place for our guests to rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a lifetime.

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in 18 acres of Lake District National Park, you'll never be short on inspiration. 

If you would love to join us as our Childcare Manager in our Kids Zone apply now and be part of our journey at The Lake, a wonderful place to work.