After-School Club Manager: Lead Fun, Safe & Growth

Junior Adventures Group; East Ham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Regular CPD opportunities

Split shift for study/family balance

Opportunity to increase hours during V

No weekend work

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking a Childcare Setting Manager to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs. You will oversee a small team, run activities for children aged 4-11, and foster safe, engaging experiences in partnership with schools and families.

The role offers a split shift schedule with mornings and afternoons, a break in between, and potential hour increases during Holiday Club seasons. Ideal for leaders who love creating fun, enriching environments.

Qualifications

• Natural leaders who are confident, caring, and creative.
• Great communicators who love building relationships.
• Organised planners who can manage teams and activities.

Responsibilities

• Greet children each morning and afternoon with fun and energy, kickstarting the day with games, sports, and positive vibes.
• Lead exciting after-school activities like arts & crafts, team challenges, drama, multi-sports, and structured play.
• Plan engaging sessions that are age-appropriate, inclusive, and (most importantly) fun!
• Manage and motivate your team to deliver brilliant care and play experiences.
• Communicate confidently with parents, your team, the host school, and central operations.
• Ensure health & safety, safeguarding, and company procedures are followed with confidence and care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Childcare passion

Job description

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking a Childcare Setting Manager to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs. You will oversee a small team, run activities for children aged 4-11, and foster safe, engaging experiences in partnership with schools and families.

The role offers a split shift schedule with mornings and afternoons, a break in between, and potential hour increases during Holiday Club seasons. Ideal for leaders who love creating fun, enriching environments.