Activity Leader

Pioneer Childcare; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a friendly team as an Activity Leader, where you'll play a vital role in delivering engaging activities for children at a Breakfast Club. This position offers the chance to create a fun and stimulating environment, ensuring children's safety and well-being while leading a variety of activities. You'll work closely with your colleagues and the Club Manager, contributing to the overall development and happiness of the children in your care. This role is perfect for those passionate about childcare and looking to make a positive impact in children's lives. Enjoy fantastic support, career progression, and a vibrant work atmosphere.

Benefits

Fantastic support with weekly meetings

Excellent career progression

Social events

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare settings and knowledge of safeguarding practices.
• Ability to lead activities and engage children in a fun environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging activities for children during breakfast club.
• Ensure children's safety and well-being while fostering a positive environment.
• Support the Club Manager and supervise outdoor play.

Skills

Childcare

First Aid

Safeguarding Knowledge

Activity Planning

Communication

Education

Relevant Childcare Qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Activity Leader

Salary: £7.55-£12.21 depending on age and experience

Days: Monday to Friday

Hours: 6.45-9.00am

Reporting to: Club Manager

Location: Barns Green Primary School, Horsham

At Pioneer Childcare, we believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life. That’s why we employ the most skilful and capable staff. Our aim is to provide opportunities that allow children to thrive in environments that are stimulating, engaging, and fun.

Overview:

As an Activity Leader, you are a central part of the team, specifically responsible for working at Breakfast Club delivering engaging and fun activities to the children in our care.

You will lead in all aspects of the club, including the delivery of activities during breakfast and at transitioning times. You will ensure that you are an excellent role model and meet the standards expected to deliver our high-quality childcare.

Key features:

• Ensure children are happy and engaged in their activities
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the children
• Build effective relationships with children and your colleagues
• Lead a range of activities for children of all ages
• Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to
• Attend regular training and development opportunities
• Deputise for the Club Manager when necessary

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Club Manager, your tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Actively supporting your club
• Leading a range of activities independently, for children of all ages and abilities
• Supervising and leading outdoor play
• Leading Holding Activities
• Working with your Club Manager
• Understanding Club timings and helping to resolve issues
• Leading first aid incidents when necessary
• Having a strong knowledge of safeguarding and prevent
• Planning activities with differentiation
• Being secure in our values

What we offer:

• Fantastic support with weekly meetings
• Excellent career progression
• Social events
• Free uniform

To apply, download an application form or get in touch – we’d love to hear from you.

Pioneer Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any job offer is subject to obtaining two positive references and the completion of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

There is also the requirement to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pioneer Childcare is an equal opportunities employer; we value equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are a fair organisation and do not discriminate against candidates. We also consider requests on application from candidates wishing to work flexibly, part-time, or job share.

As an employer, Pioneer Childcare is committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and reasonable adjustments will be made during the application and interview process.

Job Features

Job Category: Childcare

Salary: £7.55-£12.21/hour depending on age and experience