Job Description

TeacherActive are looking for an experienced and confident Club Manager to lead the day-to-day running of a busy and welcoming wraparound childcare setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about play, safeguarding, and high-quality childcare to take ownership of a well-established club.

As Club Manager, you will take full responsibility for the daily operation of the setting, ensuring children receive outstanding, inclusive and engaging play experiences within a safe and nurturing environment.

You will lead and support a team of deputies, playworkers, escorts and volunteers, ensuring everyone works in line with policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements. You will also build strong partnerships with parents, schools and external agencies.

• Oversee the daily management of the club, including opening and closing the setting

• Lead and motivate the staff team, delegating tasks and monitoring performance

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times

• Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children aged 4 11

• Manage registers, records and general administrative duties

• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, schools and outside agencies

• Ensure compliance with EYFS (where applicable), safeguarding, health & safety and food standards guidance

• Support children s individual needs, including SEND and emotional wellbeing

• Manage behaviour in line with company policy

• Oversee snack provision, resources and budget spending in line with company procedures

• Conduct staff supervisions, inductions, appraisals and team meetings

• Monitor risk assessments, fire drills, lockdown procedures and medication administration

• Promote the club within the local community and support open evenings/events

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification

• Has experience working with children aged 4 11 years

• Has previous supervisory or management experience within a childcare or play setting

• Demonstrates strong leadership and organisational skills

• Has a sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

• Has good knowledge of the EYFS and play-based learning

• Is confident communicating with parents, staff and external professionals

• Can work independently, using initiative and sound judgement

Desirable:

• At least 2 years experience in a childcare environment

• Paediatric First Aid (12-hour)

• Safeguarding training

• Food Hygiene certificate

• Experience managing budgets and administrative systems

• Full UK driving licence

Why join TeacherActive?

At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on supporting our candidates every step of the way. We have a thorough onboarding process for anyone interested in this Nursery Assistant role.

You will meet with me personally, and I will support you through the entire registration and onboarding process. We will go through everything that is needed, ensuring you feel confident, prepared, and ready to start your new Nursery Assistant position.

We are committed to finding you the right setting that suits your experience, availability, and career goals.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed Nursery Assistant ready to take the next step in your early years career in Harlow, we would love to hear from you.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.