After School Care Co-ordinator

Newcastle-Under-Lyme School; Coventry; On-site; GBP 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Coventry seeks an enthusiastic After School Care Co‑ordinator. This part-time role involves managing the after-school club team, ensuring high-quality childcare, and fostering professional relationships with parents. Candidates should have an NVQ in Child Care and experience with young children. The position is term time only with a salary of £8555 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children is desirable.
• Professional experience with pupils at KS1/KS2 would be an advantage.
• Committed to professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the after-school club team.
• Oversee daily operations and maintain attendance registers.
• Develop relationships with parents and ensure open communication.
• Supervise activities and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Child Care

Organisational skills

Team management

Flexibility

First Aid

Education

NVQ 2 or above in Child Care

Job description

After School Care Co‑ordinator

Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £8555 per annum
Contract Type: Part time, 15 hours per week, Term Time Only (36 weeks)
Closing Date: Monday 24 November
Interviews: w/c Monday 1 December

The Opportunity

As one of the leading Independent Schools in the country, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and caring environment for pupils. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced After School Care Co‑ordinator to join our Preparatory School team to help us fulfil our goals to provide outstanding care and education.

Role Overview

The After School Care Co‑ordinator will lead and manage the Pre‑Prep (Reception to Year 2) Afterschool Club Team, working in conjunction with the aftercare Co‑ordinator of Prep (Year 3‑Year 6), ensuring the delivery of high‑quality childcare that meets the evolving needs of our children. The role involves overseeing daily operations, including staff rotas and attendance registers to ensure smooth functionality.

A key responsibility is to foster an approachable and professional relationship with parents and carers, promoting open communication and engagement. Collaborating with staff, the After School Care Co‑ordinator will cultivate a nurturing and safe environment that accommodates individual developmental needs through engaging play opportunities and activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the set‑up and clearing of the spaces used, adhering to health and safety protocols to ensure a clean and usable space for other purposes. They will cater to the diverse needs of the children, supervise food preparation and provide support during games and structured activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ 2 or above in Child Care or equivalent desirable but not essential, or experience working with young children
• Professional experience of working with pupils at KS1 and/or KS2 would be an advantage
• Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff, and parents
• To manage staff and foster positive working relations
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to acquire)
• The ability to encourage and inspire young people
• Good organisational skills
• The ability to use own initiative
• The ability to work in a flexible way
• Committed to professional development and show a willingness to undertake appropriate training for this role

Contract Details

Term Time only contract (36 weeks)
Hours: 15:00-18:00
Salary: £8555 per annum
Required start: January 2026

Applications

Applications to be sent to: [e-mail]
Application forms and details are available on the school website at https://www.nuls.org.uk/vacancies

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered charity no. 1124463.