Activity Leader - Harrold Primary Academy

Junior Adventures Group; England; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Paid training

Personal & professional development

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group at Harrold Primary Academy is seeking an energetic Childcare Activity Leader to run Breakfast Club and Afterschool Clubs for children aged 4–11. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, promote safety, and create a welcoming environment.

The role offers split shifts (7:30–9:00am and 3:00–6:00pm) during term time, helping with work-life balance, and provides opportunities to grow hours during Holiday Club seasons with paid training and development.

Qualifications

• Loves working with children with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Creative thinker who can turn an ordinary afternoon into a magical experience.
• Team player who can also lead activities when needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities like multi-sports, arts & crafts, group games, and creative play.
• Set up engaging play spaces and keep things safe, clean, and awesome.
• Supervise children with care and enthusiasm, ensuring every child feels welcome, safe, and included.
• Prepare snacks and manage sign-in/out processes with a friendly face and attention to detail.
• Work split shifts: 7:30–9:00am and 3:00–6:00pm, with a break in between.

Skills

Childcare experience

Creativity

Team player

Activity leadership

Job description

Activity Leader - Harrold Primary Academy

• Full-time
• Breakfast Club and Afterschool Wraparound - Childcare Activity Leader
• Location: Harrold Primary Academy
• Hours: 22.5hours per week (7.30am-9.00am and 3.00pm-6.00pm Monday to Friday)
• Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour (plus holiday pay)
• Contract: Term Time
• Make a difference. Have a blast. Love your job.

Do you have the energy of a superhero, the creativity of an artist, and a passion for working with children? Join our team as a Childcare Activity Leader and turn ordinary mornings and afternoons into unforgettable adventures!

At Junior Adventures Group, we’re not just childcare, we’re champions of fun! From football to face painting, scavenger hunts to snack time, you’ll bring smiles, laughter, and energy to our Breakfast & After School Clubs for children aged 4–11. This role is split shift, meaning you’ll work mornings and afternoons, with a break in between (great for studying, hobbies, family, or even a nap!). You’ll also have the opportunity to increase your hours during Holiday Club seasons and Lunchtime Cover.

What you'll do day-to-day:

• Deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities like multi-sports, arts & crafts, group games, and creative play.
• Set up engaging play spaces and keep things safe, clean, and awesome.
• Supervise children with care and enthusiasm, ensuring every child feels welcome, safe, and included.
• Prepare snacks and manage sign-in/out processes with a friendly face and attention to detail.
• Work split shifts: 7:30–9:00am and 3:00–6:00pm, perfect for work-life balance or those seeking part-time fun!
• Be a team player who can also take the lead when needed.

What’s in it for you?

• Discounted childcare if you’ve got little ones
• Paid training + regular personal & professional development

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who loves working with children and brings a positive, can-do attitude
• A creative thinker who knows how to turn an ordinary afternoon into a magical experience
• A team player who’s also confident running activities and managing a group
• Bonus points if you have experience in teaching, coaching, childcare, or youth work (but not essential, personality goes a long way!)

We’re JAG — and we believe every child deserves to feel safe, inspired, and full of joy!

Every day, our passionate teams across the UK make areal impactin children's lives. If you're ready to help kidslearn, grow, and have fun, we'd love to meet you.

Please note: This role requires compliance with theKeeping Children Safe in Educationpolicy and is exempt from theRehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. You must provide two references, one from your most recent employer and the other from a childcare setting (if applicable). We will conduct a DBS check on your behalf, so please prepare the correct documentation. You must meet these requirements to be eligible for the hiring process.
For more information, please refer to the KCSIE link below.
https://www.keepingchildrensafeineducation.co.uk/part_three_safe_recruit.html#recruit

Safeguarding

We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. All roles require an Enhanced DBS check, Children's Barred List Check, and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and suitability checks. As part of our safeguarding and due diligence procedures, online searches may be undertaken in relation to shortlisted candidates.