Breakfast & After School Club Manager

Premier Education Ltd; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Breakfast & After School Club Leader in Tonbridge. This role requires managing the daily operations of the club, leading a small team, and ensuring children's safety and well-being. Applicants should have experience working with children and possess confident communication skills. The position is permanent and term-time only, offering an opportunity to be part of a supportive team dedicated to child welfare.

Benefits

Term-time only hours

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or play setting.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience or readiness to step up.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child safety.

Responsibilities

• Managing the daily running of the breakfast and after-school club.
• Leading and supporting a small team of playworkers.
• Planning and delivering fun, age-appropriate activities.

Skills

Experience working with children

Leadership or supervisory experience

Confident communication skills

Education

Childcare or playwork qualification

Job description

Breakfast & After School Club Leader

Location: Tonbridge (based at Horsmonden Primary Academy, TN12)

Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday–Friday (mornings & afternoons)

Pay: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour

Contract: Permanent, term‑time only

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Club Manager to lead our breakfast and after‑school provision at a primary school in Horsmonden.

This is a hands‑on role where you will run the day‑to‑day operation of the club, support a small team, and make sure children are safe, happy, and well cared for before and after the school day.

This role would suit someone who enjoys responsibility, working with children, and being part of a school community.

What you will be doing

• Managing the daily running of the breakfast and after‑school club
• Leading and supporting a small team of playworkers
• Planning and delivering fun, age‑appropriate activities
• Making sure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed
• Being the main point of contact for parents and school staff
• Completing basic admin such as registers and stock checks
• Creating a safe, welcoming environment for children aged 4–11

This is a hands‑on role — you will be involved in delivery as well as leadership.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare or play setting
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience (or ready to step up)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child safety
• Confident communication skills
• Reliable and well organised
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check

Desirable (but not essential)

• A childcare or playwork qualification
• First Aid, Safeguarding or Food Hygiene certificates

Full training will be provided.

Why join us?

• Term‑time only hours
• A supportive team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• A role with real purpose and responsibility

Recruitment Statement

Applicants must be UK nationals or have an existing right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and assess candidates solely on their skills, experience, and ability.

Premier Education Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; where appropriate, an enhanced DBS and other checks will be carried out in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.