Deputy Childcare Manager


Company:	St Chad's Community Project
Salary:	£28,587 - £31,237
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Gateshead, NE8 1YN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Jul 2026
Closing date:	16 Aug 2026

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Summary

At St Chad’s Community Project we are on a mission to support our community to thrive. In 2024 we welcomed 21,817 visits to our building and our Family Support team worked with 1,546 families. We have an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ childcare service, deeply embedded in the local community of Bensham, Gateshead. We offer nursery, creche, out of school clubs including local school pick ups and holiday care.

We are committed to providing:

Sessions that always prioritise the safeguarding of the children.

Regular consultation with parents and children and listening to the ‘child’s voice’.

Resources for children to plan their own play opportunities.

A free flow environment allowing children access to the garden area at all times, no matter the weather!

Ambitious play opportunities that promote the child’s development, self esteem and confidence.

A staff team that is qualified, approachable and supportive towards children’s needs and the needs of their family.

Services that will follow legislation to date, for example, OFSTED regulation, The Children and Families Act 2014, EYFS, Every Child Matters.

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Deputy Childcare Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our setting, ensuring high-quality care and early years education for all children.

Could it be you or someone you know? Get in touch for an informal chat about the role or to arrange a visit.

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